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Finance Manager

Job Posted: 9 days ago

Salary: £ 45,000 - 50,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent Temporary
Location: Manchester, Greater Manchester

Expire in: 19 days

Job Description

We are looking for an experienced and proactive Finance Manager to take ownership of our financial operations and project accounting processes within a dynamic construction environment.

This is a key role within the business, supporting senior leadership with financial insights while ensuring robust financial control, accurate reporting, and efficient day-to-day finance operations.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Management & Bookkeeping

  * Oversee and maintain accurate financial records using Xero, ensuring timely and precise data entry

  * Manage accounts payable and receivable functions, including credit control and cash collection

  * Review and process purchase invoices, subcontractor invoices, and staff expenses

  * Oversee bank, credit card, and petty cash reconciliations

  * Prepare VAT submissions and ensure compliance with HMRC requirements

  * Liaise with external accountants on monthly reconciliations, reporting, and financial updates

Construction Project Accounting

  * Lead the use of the construction project system to track budgets, costs, and profitability

  * Set up and maintain project cost structures and coding

  * Monitor project performance, costs, and variations in collaboration with project teams

  * Provide financial insights, forecasting, and analysis to the CEO and project managers

  * Oversee preparation of applications for payment and sales invoicing

  * Monitor and manage retentions to ensure accurate financial tracking

Payroll & CIS

  * Manage CIS processes, including deductions, submissions, and compliance

  * Ensure subcontractor verification and adherence to payment regulations

Management Reporting

  * Produce cashflow forecasts and maintain cashflow modelling

  * Deliver financial reports and summaries to directors and senior stakeholders

  * Support external accountants with year-end accounts preparation and audit queries

Leadership & Process Improvement

  * Develop and improve internal finance processes, controls, and efficiencies

  * Act as the main point of contact for financial queries across the business

  * Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, subcontractors, and clients

  * Provide guidance and oversight to junior finance support (if applicable)

About You

  * Proven experience in a Finance Manager or senior finance role

  * Strong knowledge of Xero or similar accounting systems

  * Experience in construction or project-based accounting highly desirable

  * Solid understanding of CIS and subcontractor payments

  * Strong analytical, organisational, and problem-solving skills

  * Confident communicator with the ability to influence stakeholders

  * Proactive, hands-on approach with strong attention to detail

Why Join Them?

This is an exciting opportunity to take a leadership role in a growing business, where you will have real influence over financial strategy and operational efficiency. You’ll work closely with senior leaders and play a key role in supporting project success and business growth

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