[Hiring] Financial Controller @Huzzle

Role Description

We are looking for a fully qualified, experienced Financial Controller to independently manage the complete finance function of a UK-based business. This is a hands-on role requiring strong expertise in UK accounting, financial reporting, VAT, payroll, credit control, cost accounting and reconciliations. Fluent spoken and written English is essential, as this is a client-facing position involving direct communication with UK customers, suppliers, company directors and HMRC. The ideal candidate is highly organised, detail-oriented and confident managing financial operations independently from day one, without requiring foundational training.

Key Responsibilities

• Financial Management & Reporting
  • Prepare accurate monthly management accounts, including profit and loss statements, balance sheets and cash-flow reports.
  • Deliver monthly financial reports to company directors by the 10th working day of the following month.
  • Manage month-end and year-end closing processes, ensuring accurate reporting and reconciliations.
  • Prepare year-end financial packs for external accountants.
  • Maintain and update a rolling 13-week cash-flow forecast weekly.
  • Provide financial insights and recommendations to support business decisions.
• UK Tax, Payroll & Compliance
  • Prepare and submit UK VAT returns under Making Tax Digital (MTD).
  • Manage PAYE payroll, RTI submissions, auto-enrolment pensions and statutory payments.
  • Handle CIS submissions and construction VAT domestic reverse charge requirements where applicable.
  • Maintain compliance with HMRC regulations and statutory reporting deadlines.
  • Liaise directly with HMRC and external accountants regarding tax and compliance matters.
• Accounts Receivable & Credit Control
  • Oversee invoicing, collections and debtor management.
  • Communicate directly with UK customers via phone and email to resolve payment issues and recover outstanding debts.
  • Prepare and distribute weekly aged-debtor reports.
  • Maintain debtor days below 45 days and minimise overdue balances.
• Accounts Payable & Reconciliations
  • Manage supplier invoices, payment schedules and purchase ledger accuracy.
  • Perform regular bank, credit card and ledger reconciliations.
  • Reconcile VAT, payroll and other control accounts monthly.
  • Ensure supplier payments are processed accurately and within agreed terms.
• Cost Accounting & Operational Finance
  • Monitor job-level profitability, project costs and site-level financial performance.
  • Track material costs, stock usage and wastage, including stone slabs, glass and other manufacturing materials.
  • Analyse project margins and identify opportunities to improve profitability.
  • Support financial management of company vehicles, fleet costs and financing arrangements.
  • Work with banks, lenders and external financial partners when required.
• Systems & Process Improvement
  • Maintain accurate financial records using Xero or comparable cloud accounting software.
  • Improve accounting processes, internal controls and reporting efficiency.
  • Support accounting software migrations, CRM integrations and automation of routine financial tasks.

Qualifications

• Qualified Accountant: Fully qualified ACCA, CIMA, ACA or equivalent recognised accounting qualification.
• UK Accounting Experience: Ideally 3+ years of hands-on experience managing the full accounts function of a UK limited company.
• Financial Reporting: Proven ability to independently prepare accurate P&L statements, balance sheets, management accounts and year-end figures.
• UK VAT & Payroll: Strong practical experience with Making Tax Digital (MTD), PAYE, RTI submissions, auto-enrolment pensions and statutory payments.
• Credit Control: Confident chasing outstanding payments and communicating directly with UK customers via phone and email.
• Account Reconciliation: Strong experience with bank, ledger and control account reconciliations.
• Cost Accounting: Experience tracking costs, monitoring profitability and managing financial data.
• Accounting Software: Proficiency in Xero, Sage or QuickBooks, with strong Microsoft Excel skills.
• Fluent English (Mandatory): Excellent written and spoken English, with the ability to communicate professionally and confidently with UK stakeholders.
• Independent Working: Able to take full ownership of the finance function from day one with minimal supervision and no foundational training.
• Remote Setup: Reliable computer, fast internet connection and a quiet, secure workspace.

Nice to Have

• Experience in construction, manufacturing, real estate or the kitchen and bathroom industry.
• Knowledge of CIS and the UK construction VAT domestic reverse charge.
• Experience with job costing, inventory management and material wastage tracking.
• Familiarity with CRM integrations, accounting software migrations and process automation.
• Experience handling HMRC enquiries and corporation tax matters.
• Knowledge of vehicle financing, fleet costs and banking relationships.
• Previous experience working remotely with UK-based companies.

Benefits

• 💰 Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.
• 🌍 Fully remote position working with an established UK business.
• 📈 Long-term career growth and professional development opportunities.
• 🚀 Opportunity to take ownership of the finance function and improve financial operations.
• 🎯 High-impact role working directly with company directors.
• 💻 Remote working environment with a UK-based team.