Finance Manager

Finance Manager – Maternity cover contract with possibility to be extended

Location:

Faversham

Contract:

Fixed-Term Maternity Cover – 1 Year

Hours:

37.5 Hours a week Monday to Friday

Salary: £45,000 - £55,000 depending on experience

We are seeking an experienced and proactive Finance Manager to join our team on a fixed-term maternity cover contract, with the possibility of this becoming a full time position. This is an excellent opportunity for a finance professional who enjoys working in a dynamic environment and can confidently manage day‑to‑day financial operations while supporting the wider business.

• Manage all aspects of finance and payroll, ensuring accurate and timely processing and compliance with HMRC and other regulations
• Prepare financial reports and assist our accountant with monthly management accounts, year‑end accounts and self‑assessments
• Oversee accounts payable and accounts receivable processes
• Bank payments
• Manage cash flow, forecasting and budgeting
• Reconcile bank accounts and month‑end process
• Prepare and submit VAT returns
• Liaise with external accountants, auditors, and bank managers
• Maintain and improve financial controls and processes
• Handle intercompany transactions and counter invoicing
• Provide financial insights, updates and support to the leadership team
• Account queries – internal and external
• Assist the finance assistant with complex invoicing, expenses and credit control
• Manage the finance and operations team including workloads, appraisals, holiday and sickness
• Provide administration and financial support to ensure compliance with the ISO 9001, 14001 and 45001 Quality Management System

• Proven experience in a Finance Manager or similar senior finance role
• Strong working knowledge of Xero
• Excellent understanding of bookkeeping, management accounts and financial reporting
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities
• Excellent communication and management skills
• AAT Qualified with minimum of 3‑5 years experience
• Experience using Workflow Max
• Experience working within the surveying and construction consultancy industry

• A supportive and collaborative working environment
• Flexible working options where appropriate
• The opportunity to make a meaningful contribution during a key period for the business
• 25 Days holiday plus bank holidays and your birthday off
• Private medical cover