Finance Manager

Finance Manager

Location:

North West, Oldham | Full time, permanent | 4 days in the office, 1 WFH Salary : £40,000 £ 55,000 DOE  car allowance Benefits :
Death in Service Private Health Insurance Group Income Protection Medi Cash Cash Plan 22 days annual leave, plus your birthday off Discretionary Bonus About the company My 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 commentary Financial control accurate records, month-end and year-end close, statutory accounts and audit coordination Cash flow & working capital forecasting, liquidity, debtor/creditor management, invoicing, collections and supplier payments Project cost management applications for payment, valuations, retentions, WIP and revenue recognition Budgeting & forecasting annual budgets, rolling forecasts, modelling and scenario analysis Compliance VAT, HMRC reporting, CIS, CITB Levy, payroll, insurance preparation and audit readiness Systems & controls maintaining and improving financial controls and finance systems Supplier & customer relationships managing key relationships and ensuring aligned communication Leadership managing and developing the Finance Assistant This 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 construction Ideally, that construction experience will come from a sub-contractor background Strong experience producing full management accounts and financial reporting Hands-on experience with budgeting, forecasting and cash flow management Working knowledge of construction-specific finance (CIS, job costing, retentions, labour-related costs, WIP) Experience in credit control and supplier negotiations Strong IT skills, particularly Excel , and experience with finance systems AAT qualification or working towards ACCA/CIMA Experience managing or developing others Plus:
Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail Strong communication skills with both financial and non-financial colleagues A proactive, solutions-focused mindset High levels of integrity, confidentiality and professionalism The ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently Whats in this Finance Manager role for you? A role with real ownership across financial control, reporting, cash flow and compliance Close partnership with the Managing Director and involvement in strategic decision-making Support from an outsourced Finance Director during onboarding A stable, friendly, values-driven culture where your contribution is recognised The opportunity to improve systems, processes and controls Investment in your development and long-term progression A clear pathway to Financial Controller or Head of Finance level Who this Finance Manager role could suit Finance 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.