Your new companyA successful and growing business operating within the construction and plant services sector is seeking an experienced Financial Controller to lead its finance function. This is a pivotal, number-one-in-finance role supporting the Commercial Director and acting as a key strategic partner across the business. The organisation requires a hands-on, commercially aware finance leader who can drive robust financial control, strong reporting, and effective working capital management.Your new roleAs Financial Controller, you will take full ownership of the finance function across group entities. You will ensure the accuracy and integrity of all financial information, provide timely management reporting, and support senior leadership with informed insight and analysis. This role combines operational accountability with strategic oversight, requiring excellent communication skills and the ability to influence across multiple teams. Key responsibilities include; Producing accurate and timely monthly management accounts, costing reports and board-level MIMaintaining strong financial control across cashflow forecasting, working capital, overhead reviews and internal processesLeading and developing the finance team, setting objectives and ensuring best practiceManaging VAT, CIS, PAYE and all statutory tax obligationsPreparing annual statutory accounts, corporation tax schedules and liaising with external auditorsManaging payroll functions, pension schemes and employment