Finance Manager
21 days ago
Chadderton
Finance Manager Location: North West, Oldham | Full time, permanent | 4 days in the office, 1 WFHSalary : £40,000 £55,000 DOE + car allowance Benefits :Death in ServicePrivate Health InsuranceGroup Income ProtectionMediCash Cash Plan22 days annual leave, plus your birthday offDiscretionary BonusAbout the companyMy client is a well-established, second-generation, family-owned construction subcontractor operating nationwide, with a strong presence across the North West. They deliver work across a range of commercial and residential projects, partnering with main contractors on schemes of varying scale and complexity. The company has strong, people-focused values and a reputation for doing things the right way.The business is entering an exciting period of growth as it continues to expand its operations and strengthen its internal functions.What youll be doing as a Finance Manager Reporting to the Managing Director, youll take ownership of the finance function and act as a trusted partner to the leadership team. Youll lead on financial control, reporting, cash flow and compliance, while supporting the business through its next phase of growth.Key responsibilities include:Monthly management accounts P&L, balance sheet, cash flow, variance analysis and commentaryFinancial control accurate records, month-end and year-end close, statutory accounts and audit coordinationCash flow & working capital forecasting, liquidity, debtor/creditor management, invoicing, collections and supplier paymentsProject cost management applications for payment, valuations, retentions, WIP and revenue recognitionBudgeting & forecasting annual budgets, rolling forecasts, modelling and scenario analysisCompliance VAT, HMRC reporting, CIS, CITB Levy, payroll, insurance preparation and audit readinessSystems & controls maintaining and improving financial controls and finance systemsSupplier & customer relationships managing key relationships and ensuring aligned communicationLeadership managing and developing the Finance AssistantThis is a hands-on, varied role where youll have real influence, visibility and the chance to shape how finance supports the wider business.What youll bring to the Finance Manager role Youll be an experienced finance professional with the confidence, credibility and technical strength to lead a busy SME finance function.You will already have:5+ years experience in a similar finance role, ideally within an SME and preferably within constructionIdeally, that construction experience will come from a sub-contractor backgroundStrong experience producing full management accounts and financial reportingHands-on experience with budgeting, forecasting and cash flow managementWorking knowledge of construction-specific finance (CIS, job costing, retentions, labour-related costs, WIP)Experience in credit control and supplier negotiationsStrong IT skills, particularly Excel , and experience with finance systemsAAT qualification or working towards ACCA/CIMAExperience managing or developing othersPlus:Excellent analytical skills and attention to detailStrong communication skills with both financial and non-financial colleaguesA proactive, solutions-focused mindsetHigh levels of integrity, confidentiality and professionalismThe ability to manage multiple priorities and work independentlyWhats in this Finance Manager role for you? A role with real ownership across financial control, reporting, cash flow and complianceClose partnership with the Managing Director and involvement in strategic decision-makingSupport from an outsourced Finance Director during onboardingA stable, friendly, values-driven culture where your contribution is recognisedThe opportunity to improve systems, processes and controlsInvestment in your development and long-term progressionA clear pathway to Financial Controller or Head of Finance levelWho this Finance Manager role could suitFinance Manager | Management Accountant | Senior Accountant | Company Accountant | Finance Lead | Assistant Financial Controller | Financial Controller (junior/step-up) | Project Accountant (construction) | Cost Accountant (construction)Please note:Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK. Visa sponsorship is not available.TPBN1_UKTJ