Finance Controller

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Job description

Join the Branlington Ltd Group: Shape the Future of Property!

Based in Greater Manchester, the Branlington Ltd Group is an established property business comprising Building Maintenance, Estate Agency, Lettings and Property Sourcing companies.

Why Join Us?

We have experienced significant growth to date and have high ambitions to continue our expansion year on year. We have put systems in place to facilitate growth and are now looking for a bright individual to control our management accounting and financial health and help us build on our success.

Key to our future success is understanding how we work best and maximising our potential. We now seek to recruit a Financial Controller/ Head of Finance to provide strong financial management.

As a company we are committed to professional working and high levels of colleague and team support. We pride ourselves on being a great place to work.

Your Role:

Initially the role will involve a full review of our business activity to identify our strengths, weakness and opportunities for maximising profit and streamlining performance. Working closely with the senior management team across the Group and taking line management and mentorship responsibility for our existing Bookkeeper, this new opportunity will play a pivotal role in challenging our thinking, driving our financial strategy and ensuring systems are maintained at optimum levels.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct a full review and SWOT analysis providing a profit versus cost breakdown of all financial business activity
• Provide analysis and management advice regarding efficiency on cost of sales and how to increase margins through analytical decision making
• Ensure financial stability through strong cash flow and debt control across the Group
• Challenge current working practices, costs, overheads to reduce unnecessary expenditure
• Manage the QuickBooks Accounts for each Group Company
• Ensure all group activity complies with Anti Money Laundering legislation
• Adhere to company accounting periods, compliance with statutory and financial regulations and Companies House requirements
• Complete VAT returns in a timely and accurate manner
• Liaise with senior management and the sales team providing advice on profitable areas of the business to focus on
• Produce quarterly balance sheets for each business
• Produce and maintain an asset register and progressive balance sheets for each business

What We're Looking For:

We are seeking a proven all-rounder with a professional accounting qualification (e.g., ACCA, ACA, CIMA) or equivalent experience. You must be collaborative and driven with consistently high standards.

You should have solid experience in financial management and strategic planning.

Why This Opportunity?

This is a unique chance to make your mark in a progressive, growing company. We offer a supportive, inclusive, and professional workplace where we care about our employees. You will have focused personal development opportunities, giving you the chance to achieve your career goals.

Salary & Benefits:

In return, we offer a competitive salary and benefits package, along with a workplace that values and supports your growth.

• Competitive salary
• Full or part time role, Monday to Friday
• 21 holiday days plus bank holidays pro rata
• Additional holiday entitlement after qualifying period
• Contributory Pension scheme
• Ongoing training
• Staff events
• Perkbox rewards and benefits

How to Apply

If you are ready to be part of a growth-oriented team and want to make a significant difference in our ongoing success, we would love to hear from you. Apply today and be a part of a company that truly values its team members!

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