Financial Controller

apartmentUniversal Business Team placeLoughborough scheduleFull-time calendar_month 

Financial Controller

Salary: £60,000 – £70,000 (DOE)
Location: Midlands – Leicester / Loughborough area
Industry: Construction
Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent

40 hours per week

Are you a qualified and driven finance professional with experience in the construction sector? We’re looking for an ambitious Financial Controller to join a growing business in the heart of the Midlands. This is a fantastic opportunity to step into a pivotal role where you can make a real impact on business strategy and performance.

About the Role:

As Financial Controller, you’ll take full ownership of the company’s financial operations, ensuring robust financial controls, insightful reporting, and effective leadership of the finance team. Reporting directly to the board, you will play a key role in shaping the financial direction of the business.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead day-to-day financial operations, including budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management
  • Prepare and present monthly management accounts and financial reports
  • Manage and mentor a small finance team, fostering growth and high performance
  • Ensure compliance with regulatory and tax requirements
  • Collaborate with project managers and operational leads to track costs and maximise profitability
  • Drive process improvements and implement strong internal controls
  • Support strategic decision-making with timely financial insight and analysis

Requirements

About You:

  • Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)
  • Proven experience in a Financial Controller or similar senior finance role
  • Strong background in the construction industry or related sectors
  • Confident leader with people management experience
  • Commercially astute with a hands-on approach
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
  • Comfortable working in a fast-paced, growing business

Benefits

What’s on Offer:

  • Competitive salary of £60,000 – £70,000, depending on experience
  • Opportunity to join a dynamic, growing company with a strong pipeline of projects
  • Autonomy to shape and lead the finance function
  • Career development in a supportive environment

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