Financial Controller

Financial Controller / Company Accountant

Hours:

5 Days On-Site

Our client is an owner‑managed construction business that is over 50 years old and operates from offices in Liverpool, Manchester and Preston.

The Finance Director is seeking a qualified accountant (ACCA, CIMA, or ACA) to join the business to support the finance team and also support the wider business. This newly created role offers fantastic visibility, hands‑on involvement and the opportunity to shape the finance function of a thriving construction company.

• Support the Finance Director with the production of accurate management accounts for the Construction Business and also the other subsidiary businesses within the Group
• Lead, coach and support the development of two finance team members.
• Manage WIP schedules and project accounting.
• Handle CIS, VAT, Balance Sheet reconciliation and overhead allocations.
• Maintain Fixed Asset Register, depreciation, journals, and cashflow forecasting.
• Drive debtor management and strengthen financial controls.
• Produce clear financial reporting and MI for the senior leadership team/board.

• A qualified accountant (ACCA / CIMA / ACA) with a proven track record and strong WIP experience.
• Construction sector experience
• A self‑motivated and confident team leader with hands on, SME experience
• Skilled in CIS, VAT, costing, Sage and MS Excel.
• Knowledge of Eque2