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Ardmore Group

Group Financial Controller

On site

London, United kingdom

Full Time

14-11-2025

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Dynamics Recruitment

Job Specifications

Description And Requirements

Ardmore have been at the forefront in delivering hundreds of major projects across London. Some of our iconic projects include the Corinthia Hotel, Old War Office restoration and the Ned.

We build homes, offices, hotels, schools, medical centres, parks, playgrounds – every facility our great city needs. And we do it with passion. With sensitivity. With style!

The Financial Controller’s role is to oversee the day-to-day operations in the finance department and will report directly to the CFO.

This role will be based at our Head Office in Islington and will be a Hybrid role that will consist of 3 days in the office and 2 days at home.

Main Responsibilities:

Ensure the company’s ledgers accurately reflect the financial position of the projects and company.
Manage month end reporting timetable - ensure the finance function meets all reporting deadlines.
Review monthly payroll reports and prepare corresponding general ledger postings.
Manage and support the project accountants in completion of monthly project cost reporting.
Manage cash forecasting/reporting process
Preparation of consolidated financial statements and management accounts maintaining compliance with UK GAAP/statutory requirements.
Preparation of monthly management report
Manage the year end audit process and act as the key point of contact with auditors / tax advisors
Manage and review VAT and CIS returns
Manage preparation of budgets and forecasts.
Provide support to CFO and Commercial Director in delivery of Board reports
Lead, mentor, and develop a team of qualified and part-qualified finance professionals
Assist in the development and implementation of financial policies and procedures to ensure strong internal controls and compliance
Provision of Ad hoc analysis

We’re Looking For:

Qualified Accountant (ACA, CIMA, ACCA)
Excel – Intermediate/Advanced
Experienced user of Finance/Banking systems
Experience in Organisations with a Project based business model
Effective communicator capable of engaging with stakeholders at all levels, including board-level.
Experience with MS Dynamics Business Central
Knowledge of construction industry helpful

Example of Company Benefits (Dependent on role level)

Competitive Maternity, Adoption & Paternity Pay scheme
Medical Cover (Most pre-existing conditions are covered) – Dependent on role level
Competitive holiday allowances, starting with 25 + bank holidays and going up to 29 days + Bank holidays (dependant on length of service), Day off on your birthday also included!
Competitive pension scheme to help you for when you retire
Life Assurance (Paying 4* your salary)
Relevant professional membership fees paid and continued support with your professional growth and Learning.
Generous Staff referral scheme, paying up to £3,500
The opportunity to save up to 25% on your bike via the Cycle to work scheme
Discounts on 100's of retailers and Gyms

Further Information About the Role

Kindly be aware that this advertisement for our job vacancy may not encompass all assigned duties, responsibilities, or aspects of the role described. It is subject to potential amendments at the sole discretion of Ardmore.

For a full role profile, please contact us directly at recruitment@ardmoregroup.co.uk

Equal Opportunities

Ardmore are an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender, reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy or maternity.

Reasonable adjustments

We would like you to perform at your best at every stage of our recruitment process. Please contact us using recruitment@ardmoregroup.co.uk if you require any reasonable adjustments to complete your application.

Candidate Privacy Notice

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About the Company

We are a privately-owned, family operated main contractor established in 1974. We specialise in unlocking large scale complex projects through our direct delivery capability, technical and engineering expertise, and pro-active approach to managing risk. We’ve designed and built some of the UK’s most significant projects, establishing an unrivalled reputation as one of the country’s leading residential and hotel builders. Our traditional, hands-on approach to construction puts us at the heart of the action. That helps in two ... Know more