Cobb & Jones Recruitment are working with a high-end property developer on an exclusive basis to secure them a new Financial Controller. Due to continued growth, this newly created role will play a pivotal role in overseeing financial operations across multiple group companies. You’ll lead on reporting, forecasting, and controls, while supporting strategic decision-making at senior level. This is a position where your expertise will be trusted, your ideas valued, and your development encouraged.
Why Join?
Continued success, improvement on both top and bottom line, an excellent offering in a market that can be challenging and frustrating, they’ve found a brilliant target market and through managing the majority of what they do internally, having a high level of control has resulted in a premium product with premium customer service. Small enough to have a significant impact, we need someone who is accustomed to being a part of a close knit team, and enjoys the social element of that as well.
Key Responsibilities:
*Financial Reporting & Analysis: Prepare, review and present financial statements—including P&L and balance sheet—providing insightful analysis, identifying trends, and advising on variances.
*Budgeting & Forecasting: Lead and manage budgeting cycles, creating robust forecasts to support strategic planning.
*Internal Controls & Compliance: Strengthen internal controls, ensure accounting standards and legislation are met, and manage audit processes.
*Cash Flow & Operational Finance: Assist with cashflow management, accounts payable/receivable, payroll, and other core financial obligations.
*Team Leadership: Mentor and develop team members, promoting a collaborative and high-performance culture.
*Stakeholder Engagement: Build trusted relationships with internal teams and external partners, acting as a key ambassador for the finance function.
*Support Senior Leadership: Deputise for the Finance Director when required.
Profile:
You’ll be a proactive and commercially minded finance professional who enjoys taking ownership and driving efficiency. You thrive in a fast-paced environment and are confident partnering with stakeholders at all levels.
*Minimum 3 years’ experience in a similar role
*Property development or construction industry background (essential)
*Professional qualification: CIMA / ACCA / ACA
*Strong leadership, analytical and problem-solving skills
*Excellent organisational skills and exceptional attention to detail
*A positive, collaborative approach with the ability to use initiative
*Knowledge of COINS is beneficial, but not essential
What’s on Offer:
*£70k - £75k DOE
*Discretionary Bonus
*25 days’ annual leave
*Private Medical
*Pension scheme
*Death in Service (DIS)
*Gym membership
*Professional training and development support