Financial Controller

Hemel Hempstead £70-80k pa

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Financial Controller to join a well-established and growing organisation within the building construction sector. With a strong history of organic growth, the business is continuing to scale and is now looking to strengthen its finance function with a hands-on and commercially aware hire.

Based in Hemel Hempstead, this role will report directly into an experienced CFO, offering both exposure and progression within a dynamic building and construction sector environment.

The Financial Controller will take ownership of the day-to-day financial operations, ensuring accuracy, control, and insight across the business while supporting wider strategic decision-making.

What you'll be doing

• Overseeing all day-to-day finance operations, ensuring robust financial controls
• Managing the month-end and year-end close processes
• Producing accurate and timely management accounts
• Leading budgeting and forecasting cycles
• Managing cash flow, working capital, and financial planning
• Overseeing transactional finance, including AP, AR, and payroll
• Supporting the CFO with strategic financial analysis and reporting
• Driving process improvements and enhancing financial systems
• Acting as a key point of contact for auditors and external advisors

What we're looking for

• Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA) or equivalent experience
• Previous experience operating as a Financial Controller or in a senior finance role
• Background within the construction sector or a similar project-based environment
• Strong technical accounting knowledge alongside commercial awareness
• Hands-on approach with the ability to operate both strategically and operationally
• Experience managing or developing finance teams
• Confident communicator able to work closely with senior stakeholders

What's on offer

• Salary of £70,000 - £80,000 per annum
• Opportunity to work closely with an experienced CFO and senior leadership team
• A role with genuine scope to influence and improve financial processes
• Clear progression potential as the business continues to grow
• Stable, growing environment with a strong track record in the construction sector
• Based in Hemel Hempstead with flexibility where appropriate

This Financial Controller position is ideal for someone looking to take ownership of a finance function within a growing business, while gaining valuable exposure to strategic decision-making in the Building and construction sector.

For a confidential discussion, get in touch to explore further.