Finance Manager
18 days ago
Newcastle upon Tyne
Anderson Knight is looking to recruit a Finance Manager for our client based in Newcastle. Our client is a well-established and growing organisation operating across multiple business units and long-term projects throughout the UK. Due to continued expansion and transformation activity, they are seeking an experienced Finance Manager / Senior Commercial Finance Lead to join the business in a highly visible and commercially focused role. Key Responsibilities • Provide cost and revenue reporting to operational teams to support accurate month-end CVR (Contract Valuation Report) reviews., • Support the development and implementation of improved Group reporting processes, including business integration and ERP implementation activities., • Partner with Project Managers and operational teams to review project performance, contractual obligations, margins and working capital., • Challenge and validate project trading positions during CVR reviews and ensure final adjustments reconcile to the trial balance., • Drive timely closure of variations and final accounts while promoting a strong cash-focused culture., • Manage and develop a small finance team, ensuring accurate billing and effective financial controls., • Deliver detailed financial analysis, commentary and reporting against budgets, forecasts and operational performance., • Prepare and manage month-end reporting packs, cash flow forecasts, budgets and strategic plans for Group submission., • Build strong relationships across operational, commercial and finance teams to support strategic decision-making and continuous improvement., • Ensure compliance with Group policies, processes and best practice standards. Key Experience and Knowledge • Qualified (ACA, CIMA, ACCA), • Previous experience in this role within a Projects based Engineering, Construction or facilities industry, • Deadline driven accounts Group reporting experience, • Excellent Excel skills and systems understanding, • Experience of implementation of finance systems or change projects