Financial Controller

Financial Controller
I’m working with my Leeds based client who is looking for Financial Controller to join their Family business who will form part of the Senior Management Team.
This is a permanent position and is offered on a flexible basis in terms of hours/days worked and flexibility with office/work from home. The business operates Monday to Friday 0800 – 1700.
The Role
The position is for a small to medium business who work within the construction sector providing, supplying and the installation of products. The role involves general bookkeeping tasks such as sales / purchase leger management, bank reconciliations etc. along with credit control and monthly payroll.
The role also involves working closely with other office staff and management to assist with financial planning and actively contribute to the development of a dynamic and evolving business.
This role offers an excellent and unique opportunity for an individual with accounts and bookkeeping experience to develop their skills and be part of an exciting and progressive business.
Key responsibilities
• Operate all bookkeeping and accounting systems primarily using Sage and Microsoft software.
• Preparing/issuing monthly statements for customers
• Full credit control and management
• Processing purchase orders and managing supplier payments
• Checking company bank statements and bank reconciliation
• Managing monthly payroll runs including the submission of all PAYE returns & payments
• Completing and submitting VAT returns
• Invoice and cash flow projections
• Assisting with business development and promoting efficiency
• Processing month end reconciliations and closedown
Qualifications, skills and attributes
Essential
• Full accounts experience
• Great credit control experience
• Excellent working knowledge of Sage accounts and payroll software
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office software
• Experience in a similar role within a Finance Department
Desirable
• ICB or AAT Qualified or Part Qualified
• knowledge and experience of the construction industry
Salary
If the position was offered at a full-time basis (40 hours per week) the annual salary would be between £32,000 - £38,000 per annum based upon experience.