Job Description

Owlsworth

is a group of specialist construction companies operating at the highest level within our respective sectors.

We are a leading building conservation contractor, delivering prestigious and complex projects for clients such as Historic Royal Palaces, the National Trust, English Heritage, Oxford Colleges, and private owners of large country estates - even the occasional windmill.

Our in-house team also produces and supplies lime-based construction materials, serving both major construction sites and individual customers.

In addition, we offer expert roofing services, with a dedicated division specialising in Sika Sarnafil single-ply membrane flat roofing.

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Group Financial Controller to join our team. You will work closely with the Financial Directors to ensure all financial records are accurate, financial operations run smoothly, and provide key insights on business performance.

Key duties include:

Full oversight of the General Ledger, ensuring robust controls and reconciliation processes are in place Leading on key projects and initiatives, seeing them through to successful completion with support from the wider team Supporting the team in preparing monthly management reports for all Owlsworth entities, ensuring timely and accurate delivery to the Board Ensuring inter-company accounting processes are properly implemented and consistently applied across the Group, with accurate reconciliation of all inter-company balances with subsidiaries Collaborating with the team on the preparation of year-end statutory accounts, including consolidated group accounts, and liaising with external auditors to ensure deadlines and compliance are met

Experience and Knowledge Required:

You will be either Qualified by Experience or Part-Qualified Solid understanding of financial processes and controls related to financial reporting and management accounts A methodical and professional approach to problem-solving, underpinned by strong analytical ability Self-motivated, inquisitive and resilient, with the ability to meet tight deadlines while maintaining accuracy Well-versed in creating and interpreting management information reports, including in-depth variance analysis Demonstrated experience of engaging with senior stakeholders, building trusted relationships and influencing effectively Highly numerate with strong IT proficiency, particularly in Microsoft Word and Excel Able to provide guidance on compliance with PAYE, CIS and VAT matters within the construction industry.

Benefits:

25 days of holiday in addition to Public Holidays Free Parking, or a walk along the river from Reading in 20 minutes Competitive salary Death in service benefit of 120,000 and accident cover Cashback healthcare scheme, with 24/7 GP line
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 50,000.00-60,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company events Company pension Free parking Life insurance On-site parking Sick pay
Work Location: In person