Group Financial Controller

Description And Requirements Ardmore have been at the forefront in delivering hundreds of major projects across London. Some of our iconic projects include the Corinthia Hotel, Old War Office restoration and the Ned. We build homes, offices, hotels, schools, medical centres, parks, playgrounds – every facility our great city needs. And we do it with passion. With sensitivity. With style The Financial Controller’s role is to oversee the day-to-day operations in the finance department and will report directly to the CFO. This role will be based at our Head Office in Islington and will be a Hybrid role that will consist of 3 days in the office and 2 days at home. Main Responsibilities: * Ensure the company’s ledgers accurately reflect the financial position of the projects and company. * Manage month end reporting timetable - ensure the finance function meets all reporting deadlines. * Review monthly payroll reports and prepare corresponding general ledger postings. * Manage and support the project accountants in completion of monthly project cost reporting. * Manage cash forecasting/reporting process * Preparation of consolidated financial statements and management accounts maintaining compliance with UK GAAP/statutory requirements. * Preparation of monthly management report * Manage the year end audit process and act as the key point of contact with auditors / tax advisors * Manage and review VAT and CIS returns * Manage preparation of budgets and forecasts. * Provide support to CFO and Commercial Director in delivery of Board reports * Lead, mentor, and develop a team of qualified and part-qualified finance professionals * Assist in the development and implementation of financial policies and procedures to ensure strong internal controls and compliance * Provision of Ad hoc analysis We’re Looking For: * Qualified Accountant (ACA, CIMA, ACCA) * Excel – Intermediate/Advanced * Experienced user of Finance/Banking systems * Experience in Organisations with a Project based business model * Effective communicator capable of engaging with stakeholders at all levels, including board-level. * Experience with MS Dynamics Business Central * Knowledge of construction industry helpful Example of Company Benefits (Dependent on role level) * Competitive Maternity, Adoption & Paternity Pay scheme * Medical Cover (Most pre-existing conditions are covered) – Dependent on role level * Competitive holiday allowances, starting with 25 + bank holidays and going up to 29 days + Bank holidays (dependant on length of service), Day off on your birthday also included * Competitive pension scheme to help you for when you retire * Life Assurance (Paying 4* your salary) * Relevant professional membership fees paid and continued support with your professional growth and Learning. * Generous Staff referral scheme, paying up to £3,500 * The opportunity to save up to 25% on your bike via the Cycle to work scheme * Discounts on 100's of retailers and Gyms Further Information About the Role Kindly be aware that this advertisement for our job vacancy may not encompass all assigned duties, responsibilities, or aspects of the role described. It is subject to potential amendments at the sole discretion of Ardmore. For a full role profile, please contact us directly. Equal Opportunities Ardmore are an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender, reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy or maternity. Reasonable adjustments We would like you to perform at your best at every stage of our recruitment process. Please contact us if you require any reasonable adjustments to complete your application. Candidate Privacy Notice As part of our recruitment process for all roles including employees, consultants and subcontractors, we collect and process personal data relating to job candidates and potential candidates. We explain how we use personal information in the Candidate privacy notice. To view our Candidate privacy notice please visit the Ardmore Group website > Working for us > privacy notice