Accountant / Financial Controller

Join Our Growing Property Development Team

Easy Living Developments Ltd is an established and expanding property development company seeking an experienced, commercially minded Accountant / Financial Controller to lead our finance function.

This is a senior leadership role for an ambitious finance professional who wants to play a key role in supporting the continued growth of the business.

Key Responsibilities

•           Oversee all aspects of the group’s financial management and accounting function.

•           Prepare monthly management accounts, financial reports, and cash flow forecasts.

•           Manage budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning.

•           Ensure compliance with statutory obligations, including VAT and CIS.

•           Liaise with external accountants, auditors, banks, and HMRC.

•           Manage payroll and oversee supplier payments and customer receipts.

•           Monitor project profitability and provide financial analysis on development schemes.

•           Develop and improve financial systems, processes, and internal controls.

•           Provide strategic financial advice to the Directors to support business decisions.

•           Lead and mentor the finance team as the business grows.

About You

The successful candidate will have:

•           A recognised accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA preferred).

•           Significant experience in a senior accounting or financial controller role.

•           Strong commercial awareness and excellent analytical skills.

•           Experience within property development, construction, or real estate would be highly advantageous.

•           Excellent knowledge of UK accounting standards and taxation.

•           Experience using accounting software such as Xero, Sage, QuickBooks, or similar ERP systems.

•           Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.

•           Strong organisational and leadership abilities.

•           Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

What We Offer

•           Competitive salary based on experience.

•           Company pension.

•           A supportive and collaborative working environment.

•           The opportunity to influence strategic business decisions and make a genuine impact.