Job Title: Finance Manager (Construction)
Salary: £45,000 – £50,000
Role Overview:
Our client is seeking is seeking a capable and hands-on Finance Manager to take ownership of the day-to-day financial operations within a growing construction business (sub £25m turnover). The role will be largely autonomous, working closely with senior leadership and directly supporting the Managing Director on all financial matters.
This is a key position for someone confident in setting up, running, and improving financial systems, with strong knowledge of CIS (Construction Industry Scheme) and experience within the construction sector
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage the day-to-day finance function of the business with a high level of autonomy
- Support the Managing Director with financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting
- Oversee all aspects of CIS, including verification, deductions, and submissions
- Maintain accurate management accounts and financial records
- Process and review supplier payments, subcontractor invoices, and payroll-related transactions
- Reconcile bank accounts and monitor cash flow
- Prepare monthly financial reports and management information packs
- Ensure compliance with HMRC requirements and wider financial regulations
- Set up and improve financial processes, controls, and systems as the business grows
- Liaise with external accountants and advisors as required
Requirements:
- Strong experience in a similar finance role within construction or a related sector
- Solid understanding and practical experience of CIS (essential)
- Experience working in or supporting a business up to £25m turnover
- Ability to operate independently and take full ownership of the finance function
- Strong Excel and accounting software skills (e.g. Sage, Xero, or similar)
- Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills
- Confident communicator with the ability to work directly with senior management
Desirable Skills:
- Experience setting up or improving finance systems and processes
- Knowledge of subcontractor-heavy environments
- Experience with project-based accounting
What We Offer:
- Competitive salary of £45,000 – £50,000
- High level of autonomy in the role
- Direct exposure to senior leadership and business decision-making
- Opportunity to shape and improve the finance function as the company grows
- Supportive but fast-moving working environment
Job Title: Finance Manager (Construction)
Salary: £45,000 – £50,000
Role Overview:
Our client is seeking is seeking a capable and hands-on Finance Manager to take ownership of the day-to-day financial operations within a growing construction business (sub £25m turnover). The role will be largely autonomous, working closely with senior leadership and directly supporting the Managing Director on all financial matters.
This is a key position for someone confident in setting up, running, and improving financial systems, with strong knowledge of CIS (Construction Industry Scheme) and experience within the construction sector
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage the day-to-day finance function of the business with a high level of autonomy
- Support the Managing Director with financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting
- Oversee all aspects of CIS, including verification, deductions, and submissions
- Maintain accurate management accounts and financial records
- Process and review supplier payments, subcontractor invoices, and payroll-related transactions
- Reconcile bank accounts and monitor cash flow
- Prepare monthly financial reports and management information packs
- Ensure compliance with HMRC requirements and wider financial regulations
- Set up and improve financial processes, controls, and systems as the business grows
- Liaise with external accountants and advisors as required
Requirements:
- Strong experience in a similar finance role within construction or a related sector
- Solid understanding and practical experience of CIS (essential)
- Experience working in or supporting a business up to £25m turnover
- Ability to operate independently and take full ownership of the finance function
- Strong Excel and accounting software skills (e.g. Sage, Xero, or similar)
- Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills
- Confident communicator with the ability to work directly with senior management
Desirable Skills:
- Experience setting up or improving finance systems and processes
- Knowledge of subcontractor-heavy environments
- Experience with project-based accounting
What We Offer:
- Competitive salary of £45,000 – £50,000
- High level of autonomy in the role
- Direct exposure to senior leadership and business decision-making
- Opportunity to shape and improve the finance function as the company grows
- Supportive but fast-moving working environment
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