Interim Financial Controller

Elevation Accountancy & Finance are pleased to be partnering exclusively with a prestigious construction business based in the West Yorkshire region to recruit an Interim Financial Controller for a period of 6 months. This is an interim requirement to provide support throughout a period of internal change. The successful candidate will act as the interim lead on all Financial Accounting and Control within the group finance team and deliver a first-class service to internal stakeholders whilst continuing to develop the function to adapt to an evolving business. Key duties & responsibilities will include:

Line management of 3x financial accountants all of which have direct reports

Supporting the team to develop and progress, including with studying where appropriate

Monthly management accounts

Monthly balance sheets reconciliations

Statutory accounts and tax packs

Cash forecasts and payments

VAT reviews

Actively engage with the wider business, being the key stakeholder for the divisional Finance Business Partners

Acting on feedback from the business to develop the accounting processes and team further, as well as proactively identifying ways to do this

Working closely with Group Finance to manage accounting standards and compliance within the business

Overall ownership of enabling department activities, including the monthly postings as well as reconciliation of balance sheets

Overall ownership of payroll postings, however, elements can be delegated to the Financial Accountants where they are deemed to be less sensitive

Overall ownership of Financial Accounting systems from the FSS, working closely with the wider business to influence and implement developments and improvements

Responsible for the operation and management of the payments processes whether CHAPS, BACS or faster payments including the BACS payment software

Management of the month end cycle

Assist the projects Finance Director in working with other areas of the business, to drive standardisation and automation, as well as driving best practice Skills & Experience Required:

Qualified accountant (ACA/CIMA/ACCA)

Experience in large/mid size businesses and accustomed to working within a matrix environment

Experienced line manager, with multi level line management experience advantageous

Experience in construction industry or other project based industry advantageous If you have the relevant skills & experience to be considered for this opportunity, please feel free to apply today or contact Helenna Hobson for further details.