Head of Finance ​/ Financial Controller

About the role

Joju operates across EV charging, commercial solar PV, and operations & maintenance. Joju needs a senior finance leader to take ownership of the finance function, strengthen controls, improve reporting, develop the team and provide commercial challenge to the wider business.

You’ll report directly to the CEO and act as the senior finance lead across the business, partnering with operational leaders. This is a hands-on role – you’ll be close to the detail on management accounts and cashflow, but you’ll also be the person the operational teams turn to when they need financial input on projects, tenders, and commercial decisions.

We’re looking for someone who can combine strong technical accounting with genuine people management, and who isn’t afraid to challenge the business where the numbers don’t stack up.

What you’ll be doing & overseeing & reviewing

Financial reporting & control

Review monthly management accounts with variance analysis and commentary that actually means something to non-finance people

Own balance sheet reconciliations, accruals, and journals

Review P&L performance and flag risks and opportunities early

Maintain and improve financial controls across the business

Manage and run our stock control processes

Cashflow & working capital

Run cashflow forecasting and keep it current

Stay on top of aged debtors and drive cash collection

Manage supplier payments and payment runs

Give the CEO and senior team a reliable picture of cash and working capital at all times

People management

Lead and develop the finance team (three people) – set priorities, review work, and invest in their development

Be the main point of contact for finance across the business

Build a team culture where standards are high and people are supported

Project & Commercial Finance Work closely with project managers to track project profitability and margins across all divisions

Provide financial oversight on live projects and flag issues before they become problems

Support tenders and commercial decisions with robust financial analysis

Systems & Process Improvement Drive finance automation – reduce manual work and improve the speed and accuracy of reporting

Improve / Redesign processes, controls, and how data is used to support decisions

Compliance & Audit Oversee VAT returns, CIS, payroll, and statutory reporting

Lead the year-end audit and manage the relationship with external auditors

Keep us compliant with all financial and regulatory requirements

What We’re Looking For Essential Qualified  accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA)
Proven experience in a Head of Finance, Financial Controller or number one finance role in a project-based SMEProject accounting experience – this is non-negotiable given the nature of our work

Experience with construction industry VAT and CIS requirements

Proven people manager who can get the best out of a small team Strong track record in finance automation and process improvement

Experience working alongside project managers and integrating finance into operational workflows

Advanced Excel skills and sharp attention to detail

Desirable

Experience with Xero and/or Commusoft Background in renewable energy or a similar project-based sector

Experience in a growing SME environment

Why Joju?

We’re a growing business in a sector that isn’t slowing down. The finance function matters here – it’s not a back-office afterthought. You’ll work directly with the CEO and the operational teams, and you’ll have genuine influence over how the business runs. If you want a role where you can shape things rather than just report on them, this is it.

Package
70,000 – 80,000 depending on experience

Standard pension scheme
25 days holiday, increasing by one day per year to a maximum of 28, plus bank holidays

Career development support