Financial Controller
IPS Finance
Cross Gates, City and Borough of Leeds · posted 18 August 2026
Salary
£65,000 – £80,000 a year
Job type
full time
Location
Cross Gates, City and Borough of Leeds, West Yorkshire
Category
Accounting/Financial/Insurance
We are working with a successful and growing construction group based in Leeds, which is looking to appoint an experienced Financial Controller to strengthen and develop its finance function. The role reports to the Financial Director.
This is a broad, hands-on role offering the opportunity to take ownership of financial reporting, controls and processes within a growing business. It will suit a technically strong accountant, potentially someone who has trained in practice before moving into industry.
The Role
Preparation of monthly management accounts and financial reporting
Group reporting and consolidation across multiple entities
Cash flow forecasting and management
Preparation of Board reports and financial analysis
Budgeting, forecasting and business planning
Management of year-end accounts and audit processes
VAT, PAYE and CIS returns
Supporting lender and external stakeholder relationships
Improving financial controls, processes and reporting
Identifying opportunities to automate and improve the efficiency of the finance function
Developing KPI reporting and providing commercial insight to senior management
Supporting the wider finance team with day-to-day accounting where required
About You
Qualified ACA, ACCA or CIMA
Strong management accounting and financial reporting experience
Experience of working across multiple entities would be beneficial
Good understanding of controls, processes and financial systems
Strong Excel and IT skills
Commercially minded with excellent attention to detail
A hands-on individual who is happy to get involved in the detail
Immediate start available for the right candidate.
If you are interested in this Financial Controller opportunity or would like any further information, please do not hesitate to contact Richard Warwick at IPS Finance.
IPS Finance has 45 years experience in the Yorkshire accountancy recruitment market. We have built our business on long term relationships with both individuals and clients in all sectors, bringing real benefits to all concerned. Please visit the IPS Finance website to view the latest accountancy / finance and practice opportunities
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