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As Financial Controller you form part of the Senior Management Team, collaborating with fellow Managers and Directors from other areas of the business on the strategy of the company, reporting into the Managing Director. This is a unique and engaging opportunity that would allow the successful individual to make an impact within the business, with opportunities to progress to Finance Director in the future.
On offer is a salary of circa 50,000 to 70,000 (depending on experience level), alongside annual leave of 33 days (includes bank holidays), annual bonus, car allowance, private medical, generous pension scheme and further, with some hybrid working options (1-2 days working from home).
As the business is within the engineering sector, the ideal candidate with have experience within the construction industry, with knowledge of CIS and reverse charge VAT etc. however, this is not essential.
As Financial Controller, you will play a pivotal role in overseeing the financial operations of the business. Your responsibilities will include but are not limited to:
- Prepare year-end accounts and preparing the audit and statutory accounts process, liaising with Auditors as required.
- Complete VAT reviews, submissions and corporation tax.
- Preparation of Corporation Tax returns.
- Lead the timely production of all financial reporting, including commercial/contract analysis, providing financial insight into business planning and the strategic direction of the business.
- Accountable for all areas of budgeting, forecasts, working capital and cash management to maximise financial performance.
- Present the monthly management accounts pack with associated analysis at the monthly Board meeting.
- Managing accounting records, evaluating and managing risk, ensuring compliance with regulations.
- Complete supplier and subcontractor audit reports and bank checks, as well as credit checks for new suppliers and customers.
- Maintain fixed asset register preparing CAPEX reports for Group.
- Preparation of annual returns such as PAYE Settlement Agreements (PSA), CITB.
- Prepare cost allocations and accruals including salaries, insurance, training, GRNI and subcontractors.
- Produce daily bank reports and complete bank reconciliations.
- Approve payment runs.
- Other duties as required.
- Managerial and people management experience with senior level accountancy background.
- Professional Accountancy qualification e.g. ACCA/ACA (essential), unfortunately CIMA cannot be considered.
- Previous experience and knowledge working in the construction industry (desirable).
- Proficient in accounting software, and ability to learn new software packages, whilst suggesting improvements where necessary.
Based in Hartlepool, this role is commutable from Middlesbrough, Teeside, Billingham, Seaham, Stockton-on-Tees, Guisborough, Darlington, Durham, Newton Aycliffe and surrounding areas. This is also accessible via public transport links, with car parking on-site.
If you are interested in this Financial Controller position, please apply now or get in touch to have a confidential conversation today.
