Finance Manager ​/ Cost Accountant

Finance Manager / Cost Accountant

• Location:
  
  Craigavon
• Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

Reed Accountancy & Finance is delighted to be working with a highly successful and reputable Engineering Organisation, with offices based in Craigavon.

Our client has an exciting new opportunity for an experienced Finance Manager/ Cost Accountant to join their team. This role focuses on managing applications, valuations, claims, and payment processes to ensure robust cash flow across the organisation.

The Finance Manager / Cost Manager will play a pivotal role in maintaining strong working capital performance, maximising cash collection, and supporting the financial stability of projects and the wider business.

• Oversee all applications for payment, valuations, claims, variations, and final accounts across the business.
• Prepare, submit, track, and recover customer claims in a timely and accurate manner.
• Monitor outstanding debtors and implement proactive measures to accelerate cash collection.
• Collaborate with Contract Managers and QS's to maximise recoverable revenue and minimise payment delays.
• Produce and maintain cash flow forecasts, highlighting risks and opportunities to Board of Directors.
• Identify and resolve payment disputes, commercial issues, and contract-related challenges.
• Develop and improve systems and controls to enhance cash flow performance and working capital management.
• Ensure accurate project cost reporting and reconciliation of revenue, costs, and margins.
• Analyse project performance and provide meaningful commentary to support business decision-making.
• Oversee Supply Chain Manager as point of escalation for supply chain payment issues.
• Ensure subcontractors and suppliers are paid accurately and on time, maintaining strong commercial relationships.
• Ensure compliance with contractual obligations, company policies, and financial regulations

• Significant experience in a senior cost management, commercial management, or financial management role.
• Extensive experience managing applications for payment, contract claims, valuations, and final accounts.
• Proven ability to manage cash flow and working capital within a project-based environment.
• Strong commercial awareness and contract administration experience.
• Excellent analytical, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
• Advanced Excel and reporting capabilities.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.

• Experience with in construction, engineering, infrastructure, manufacturing, or project-led businesses
• Professional qualification such as CIMA, ACCA, ACA, RICS, or equivalent.

• Starting salary of £45,000- £50,000 dependent on experience
• 30 days annual leave including statutory days
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• Dynamic and challenging work environment
• Full-time, permanent role

• Mon to Thur 8am - 4.45pm and Friday 8am - 12.45pm
• Onsite role