Job Description

The Opportunity
This is an exciting opportunity for a Financial Accountant to work as No.2 to the CFO. The ideal candidate will bring a strong foundation in finance, a strategic mindset, and an interest in advancing our sustainability and cybersecurity initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Financial Reporting & Analysis: Support the CFO in preparing accurate financial reports, forecasts, and budgets, while offering insights and recommendations to drive financial decision-making.
• Sustainability Reporting: Take ownership of our sustainability reporting efforts, working cross-functionally to develop, monitor, and report on sustainability metrics and initiatives.
• Cybersecurity Awareness: Collaborate with IT and management to ensure strong cybersecurity practices within financial operations, including awareness of data protection and fraud prevention strategies.
• Insurance & Claims Management: Oversee processes for insurance claims and personal injuries cases, ensuring compliance, risk mitigation, and proactive management.

Qualifications & Experience

• Proven Financial Management Experience: Minimum of 5 years' experience in a finance management role, ideally within the construction sector.
• Team Leadership: Demonstrated ability to lead, mentor, and develop finance teams.
• Technical Proficiency: Strong aptitude for financial systems and technology, with experience in advanced Excel, ERP systems, and construction accounting software.
• Sustainability Focus: A genuine interest in sustainability practices and reporting, with a willingness to lead in this area.
• Cybersecurity Awareness: Interest in cybersecurity as it relates to financial data protection and fraud prevention, with an ability to work closely with IT on relevant initiatives.
• Risk Management: Knowledge of insurance claims management, particularly in relation to personal injuries, is a strong advantage.
• Education: ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent professional qualification preferred.

What We Offer

• Flexible Working: Hybrid work arrangement, combining in-office and remote work.
• Collaborative Culture: A supportive and collaborative working environment that values innovation and sustainable practices.
• Competitive Package: Comprehensive salary and benefits package, commensurate with experience.

How to Apply
If you’re a forward-thinking Financial Accountant ready to make an impact, we want to hear from you.