Financial Controller

Ambitious part-qualified accountant looking for a clear path to become a Financial Controller in Suffolk. Your new company Hays Accountancy & Finance are working with a Suffolk-based organisation who have a bold opportunity for a part‑qualified accountant with construction experience who is seeking a clear path to become a Financial Controller, where you will lead their finance function, drive cash flow and credit control, as well as grow into a senior leadership role within a fast‑paced expanding business.

Your new role As Financial Controller, you will own the company’s finance function and be the go‑to finance leader for the business. You will work directly with the Finance Director, Managing Director, and operational teams to keep the business financially strong, with a sharp focus on cash flow management, credit control, and invoice finance operations. This role is ideal for a part‑qualified accountant with construction sector experience who is ambitious to progress to a full Financial Controller and beyond.

You will take full ownership of their invoice financing facility, which will include daily drawdowns, monthly reconciliations, and compliance with lender reporting. Manage the finance team and have overall responsibility for the day-to-day financial operations, including accounts payable/receivable, bank reconciliations, and ledger accuracy. Produce detailed monthly management accounts with commentary and insights for the senior leadership team Monitor and manage cash flow to ensure project delivery and supplier commitments are met.

Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes. Ensure compliance with all financial regulations, including VAT, CIS, payroll, and statutory reporting. Work with external accountants, auditors, and lenders as required. Develop and implement robust financial controls and reporting systems. This is a high‑impact position at a pivotal time for the business. You will be central to supporting the company’s growth plans and will gain hands‑on experience across monthly reporting, funding, commercial finance, and leadership, all the building blocks for a future Finance Director role.

What you'll need to succeed You will be an ambitious, part-qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA), or qualified by experience, ideally with experience of the construction sector or project-led business, along with proven expertise in invoice financing facility, a strong understanding of cash flow, credit control, and contractor supply chains. Working knowledge of CIS, VAT returns, and construction finance best practices would be an advantage, as well as hands-on experience of Sage 200 with advanced Excel skills.

In person, you will have a hands‑on, adaptable approach with confidence working in a growing SME environment. What you'll get in return The company offers a salary package of circa £35,000 - £45,000 depending on experience, with a clear career path to become the Financial Controller and part of the Senior Management Team. Due to the nature of the role, you will be expected to be office-based 5 days a week in mid-Suffolk.

For more details of the benefits package, contact Andy Jarman on What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.  

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