Job Description

CEA is hiring for a FINANCIAL CONTROLLER

CEA is a successful growing business, in demand in the UK and internationally, working for well-known clients providing environmental, consenting, and permitting support for energy and other infrastructure projects. We have a team of nuclear professionals that are providing support on new build, the existing operational fleet, and decommissioning sites.

CEA is founded on talented individuals who deliver effective project solutions, drawing on a wealth of experience and knowledge. As a key team member, you would complement and extend this talent pool with your own expertise, energy, drive, and creativity. We can offer the right person a competitive package with flexible working arrangements and a mutually supportive working environment. We want great people to thrive with us and stay with us as we grow.

We have developed a business that delivers exceptional service to our clients, in a work environment that our team enjoy and feel committed to. Benefits that our team members have mentioned which drew them to joining CEA and make them pleased to be part of the organisation include:

Working with, and for, credible, respected individuals with valued reputations in the industry (and the opportunity to learn from them). Working with a team of like-minded, individuals with similar work ethics and values. Being treated as a valued member of the company with the opportunity to play an active part in the development and growth of the business. Being supported and trusted to work flexibly to enable delivery of work whilst maintaining a home-life balance. Having the opportunity to work on interesting projects of various scales and types.
Benefits that our team members enjoy as part of working for CEA include:

Remote and flexible working Workplace Pension Private Medical Healthcare Income Protection Death in Service Performance related Bonus Enhanced maternity / paternity pay
If you would like to work for a unique, creative, and supportive employer and play a part in the growth and success of our young, thriving business, we would like to hear from you.

Send your latest CV and short explanatory note to worktogether@ceaenvironmental.co.uk.

No recruitment agencies.

THE ROLE

We are looking for a Financial Controller who will manage the financial operations of the Company.

The ideal profile is a qualified management accountant with strong experience as a Financial Controller, with the ability to work independently and cover many tasks simultaneously. This will be a full-time hybrid role based from our office in Southampton and will also benefit from the flexible working arrangements the Company has to offer. Travel may also be required from time to time.

As CEA continue grow there will be potential to also recruit an additional finance assistant to undertake some elements of the role.

Responsibilities

Administration of the Xero system for all CEA accounting matters. Alongside the Finance Team, completing and managing the invoicing process - e.g. collating time-recording information based on Xero entries and reports, entering associate time and invoices from sub-contractors, producing draft invoices for Project Managers to review and submitting final invoices to clients. Responsive and proactive Credit Control Administering payroll and company benefits. Setting up and making payments from the company bank account - in line with agreed procedures and policies. Provision of accountancy advice and management services to ensure the ongoing success of CEA, in line with business plan. Lead and liaise with external stakeholders to complete the annual accounting and tax matters for the group, including our subsidiary in Australia. Undertaking the ongoing compliance on all day-to-day business taxes, Payroll, VAT, benefits in kind etc. Secure and oversee the procurement of advice on complex tax matters or tax arrangements for work undertaken in different countries. Advising on financial decision making across the company. Oversight and delivery of annual budgets, business plan and revenue forecasting, with input from the CEA leadership team. Effective cash flow management, including cash flow forecasting and maintain a long-term cash forecast. Advising the MD, CEO and other Directors in all strategic and operational financial areas of the business. Perform and present regular financial data and performance to the Board, and Leadership Team. Monitoring and assessing operational and other business workflows of the organisation from a financial perspective to enable assessment of return on investments (such as development of the business in different countries, sales and marketing costs and innovation projects). Monitoring performance against KPIs.

About the candidate

ACA, ACCA or CPA qualified. Ability to operate independently. Excellent communication and organisational skills. Has a Minimum of 7 years of prior working experience in accounting with a demonstrable background. Highly proficient in Microsoft Office and Xero Accounts (minimum 2-3 years using Xero).

Skills & Requirements

A practical understanding of management accounting principles and techniques. Solid knowledge of standard accountancy and finance best practices. A strong understanding of tax codes and laws. Strong analytical skills to effectively analyse financial reports. In-depth knowledge of budgeting and financial forecasting. Ability to communicate complex financial information in an easy-to-understand format. Excellent knowledge of computer programmes such as Microsoft Excel. Excellent knowledge of financial and accounting software, including Xero. Industry-recognised qualifications from organisations such as the Institute of Financial Accountants or Accountancy qualifications from the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants. Ability to present detailed financial findings and recommendations to senior management. Ability to work unsupervised independently working to tight schedules and managing multiple tasks. Ability to work to the company philosophies and culture. Result-focused, metric-driven. Translate priorities and actions into measurable results. Excellent problem-solving skills with a strong ability to identify and resolve. Must demonstrate accuracy at all times and commitment to tasks. Work well within a team environment and independently.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 40,000.00-55,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company events Company pension Enhanced maternity leave Enhanced paternity leave Private medical insurance Work from home
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Experience:

Accounting: 5 years (required) using Xero software: 2 years (required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Southampton, SO15 2JU

Application deadline: 31/05/2025
Reference ID: Financial Controller
Expected start date: 01/07/2025