Financial Controller


Company:	IPS Group Limited
Salary:	£65,000 - £80,000
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Leeds, LS15 8NN
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	19 Aug 2026
Closing date:	17 Sept 2026

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Summary

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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