Finance Director – Construction Sector

Company: Barnes Roffe Recruitment
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Location: Essex
Job Description:

Finance Director – Construction Sector

Circa £120,000 Basic plus Car and Bonus.

North Essex

We are partnering with a highly successful and growing construction business with an annual turnover of £80m–£100m, seeking an experienced and commercially astute Finance Director to join its senior leadership team.

This is a key strategic appointment, offering the opportunity to play a pivotal role in driving financial performance, supporting growth, and shaping the future direction of a well-established organisation within the construction industry.

The Role

Reporting directly to the CEO, the Finance Director will be responsible for leading the finance function and providing strategic financial insight across the business. Key responsibilities include:

  • Leading and developing the finance team to deliver best-in-class financial reporting and controls
  • Providing strategic financial guidance to support business growth and operational efficiency
  • Overseeing budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning
  • Managing cash flow, working capital, and financial risk
  • Ensuring robust financial governance, compliance, and internal controls
  • Partnering with operational teams to drive profitability and performance
  • Supporting commercial decision-making, including bids, contracts, and investments

The Candidate

The successful candidate will be a highly capable finance leader with strong sector experience and a hands-on approach.

Key requirements:

  • Fully qualified accountant (ACA or ACCA essential)
  • Proven experience in a senior finance leadership role, ideally within the construction or manufacturing related sector
  • Strong commercial acumen with the ability to influence at board level
  • Experience managing finance in a £80m–£100m turnover business (or similar scale)
  • Excellent leadership and team development skills
  • A proactive, strategic thinker with strong attention to detail

If you are an ambitious Finance Director looking to make a real impact in a dynamic construction business, we would love to hear from you.

Please contact Adam Sommerville of Nicola Rouse at Barnes Roffe Recruitment for confidential discussion about the role.

Posted: April 3rd, 2026