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Group Financial Controller

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Group Financial Controller Based in Watford 100-120k plus other company specific benefits

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Group Financial Controller to join a well-established and growing construction and property development group. This senior role will lead and oversee all aspects of financial reporting, control, taxation, and transactional finance across multiple companies within the group.

My client are seeking a confident and experienced finance leader who can provide strong financial oversight while driving process improvements and efficiencies across the finance function.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Oversee day-to-day financial operations including general ledger management and transaction oversight.
  • Manage and mentor a team of direct reports, supporting development and performance.
  • Lead the month-end close process and produce high-quality management accounts.
  • Conduct detailed reviews of P&L and balance sheet reconciliations, identifying risks and opportunities.
  • Ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards.
  • Deliver insightful monthly MI and KPI analysis and board reporting.
  • Produce departmental and segmental P&L reports.
  • Review and submit VAT returns, handling any HMRC correspondence.
  • Partner with commercial and operational teams to provide financial insight.
  • Lead the annual budget and quarterly reforecasting processes.
  • Manage short- and long-term cash flow forecasting.
  • Coordinate year-end audit preparation, liaising with external auditors.
  • Take ownership of ad-hoc finance projects and initiatives.

Skills:

  • ACA qualified with 3+ years post-qualified experience.
  • Strong technical background in statutory and management reporting -audit-trained.
  • Proven experience managing and developing a finance team.
  • Comfortable challenging senior stakeholders and influencing decision-making.
  • Commercially minded with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Organised, adaptable, and proactive – able to manage competing priorities.
  • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.

This is a great opportunity for a driven finance professional looking to step into a strategic role within a dynamic and fast-paced business environment.

This Group Financial Controller role is based in Watford and the salary is £100,000 - £120,000 plus company specific benefits.

Apply NOW or send your CV to kay.edle@robertwalters.com

Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates

Contract Type: FULL_TIME

Specialism: Accountancy & Finance

Focus: CFO/Finance Director/Financial Controller

Industry: Accountancy

Salary: £100,000 - £120,000 per annum

Workplace Type: Hybrid

Experience Level: Senior Management

Location: Watford

Job Reference: JEQ1G9-FE812DD5

Date posted: 25 June 2025

Consultant: Kay Edle