Financial Controller
RTS Infrastructure (Part of Arriva Group)
Holbeck, Leeds
Full Time | 40 Hours per Week
RTS Infrastructure is a trusted provider of rail infrastructure, construction and depot services across the UK. Based in Leeds, we work with major rail industry clients, delivering projects that keep the UK's rail network moving. Following our acquisition by Arriva Group, we're entering an exciting new chapter of growth, investment and opportunity as part of one of Europe's leading passenger transport organisations.
We're looking for an experienced Financial Controller to join our leadership team in Holbeck. This is an exciting opportunity for a qualified finance professional to take ownership of the finance function within a growing infrastructure business, providing financial leadership, commercial insight and robust governance across the organisation.
Reporting to the Head of Finance, you'll lead and develop a finance team whilst working closely with senior stakeholders, project teams and operational leaders to drive business performance and ensure strong financial control.
As part of Arriva Group, you'll be joining a business with ambitious growth plans in the UK rail sector. Our recent acquisition strengthens our position within rail infrastructure, broadens our service offering and creates exciting opportunities for our people and our customers.
This role offers:
A key leadership position within a growing and evolving business
The opportunity to shape financial strategy and governance
Exposure to major infrastructure and construction projects
Close collaboration with senior operational and commercial stakeholders
The chance to influence business performance and decision-making
Career development opportunities within an international transport group
A collaborative and forward-thinking working environment
The Financial Controller is responsible for leading the finance function and ensuring the delivery of accurate financial reporting, effective financial controls, strong cash management and robust governance across the business.
You'll combine strategic financial leadership with hands-on project accounting oversight, supporting a portfolio of construction and infrastructure projects while ensuring the highest standards of financial management.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Control & Reporting
Lead the month-end and year-end reporting processes
Produce accurate management accounts, KPI reporting and financial insights
Maintain ownership of balance sheet and profit & loss integrity
Manage balance sheet reconciliations, accruals and prepayments
Ensure compliance with accounting standards, financial governance requirements and internal controls
Support statutory reporting and external audit activities
Drive continuous improvement across finance systems, reporting and processes
Planning, Forecasting & Business Partnering
Lead annual budgeting and forecasting activities
Develop meaningful financial reporting and performance dashboards
Provide financial analysis, insight and challenge to senior management teams
Partner with operational stakeholders to identify risks, opportunities and efficiency improvements
Support strategic and operational decision-making across the business
Project Accounting & Commercial Oversight
Oversee the financial management of construction and infrastructure projects
Ensure accurate reporting of project performance, profitability and revenue recognition
Manage Work in Progress (WIP), accrued income and project accounting controls
Review and challenge project budgets, forecasts and Cost Value Reconciliations (CVRs)
Monitor project costs, revenues, margins and commercial risks
Deliver detailed project performance analysis and commentary to senior stakeholders
Coordinate cash flow forecasting, working capital improvements and debt management activities
Support project teams in achieving commercial and contractual objectives
Leadership & Team Management
Lead, coach and develop a finance team of four
Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration and continuous improvement
Set objectives and performance measures for team members
Ensure effective financial control processes and segregation of duties
Act as a role model for company values and behaviours
You'll be an experienced finance leader with a strong background in financial control, business partnering and project-based environments. You'll be comfortable operating both strategically and operationally, building strong relationships across finance and non-finance teams.
Essential Experience
Previous experience as a Financial Controller, Finance Manager or Senior Finance Business Partner
Experience within construction, engineering, infrastructure or project-based environments
Strong background in budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting and governance
Experience maintaining effective financial controls and balance sheet ownership
Project accounting and commercial finance experience
Essential Skills
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
Strong commercial awareness and analytical capability
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
Experience using Sage 50 accounting software
Highly organised with strong attention to detail
Ability to influence and challenge stakeholders constructively
Strong relationship-building and team leadership skills
A proactive approach with a focus on continuous improvement
If you're looking for an opportunity to lead a finance function, influence business performance and make a meaningful impact within a growing rail infrastructure organisation, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today and be part of the next chapter of RTS Infrastructure's journey.
