Remote Financial Controller

About Huzzle

At Huzzle, we connect exceptional talent with top opportunities at leading companies across the UK, US, Canada, Europe, and Australia. Our clients include fast-growing startups, digital agencies, SaaS companies, and tech-enabled businesses across industries such as MarTech, FinTech, EdTech, and eCommerce. Unlike traditional outsourcing agencies, we place you directly with innovative companies where you become a valued member of the team.

Job Type: Full-Time

Location: Remote (UK hours)

About the Company

Our client is an established UK-based business specialising in the supply and installation of premium stone worktops and bespoke surfaces for residential and commercial projects.

Operating within the manufacturing, construction and home improvement sectors, the company is looking for an experienced Financial Controller to take full ownership of its accounting operations, financial reporting and compliance.

Job Summary

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.

Requirements

• 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.