Finance Manager

Ideally 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday. Flexible or reduced working hours may be considered,

£45,000 to £50,000 per annum, dependent on experience.
25 days annual leave plus statutory bank holidays.
Free on-site parking.
Company pension scheme (Nest) after qualifying period.
Level 1 health cash plan (Westfield Health).

Summary

An established Mechanical and Electrical contracting business with a turnover of approximately £15m is seeking an experienced Finance Manager. This position reports directly to the Managing Director and works closely with the company's accountants, auditors, and senior leadership team. The Finance Manager will also supervise the Accounts Assistant.This is a crucial role that covers a wide range of financial responsibilities and requires a proactive, commercially aware professional who can manage people and financial processes effectively.

Key Responsibilities Purchase Ledger

Oversee processing of invoices by the Finance Assistant.
Ensure correct entry of subcontractor invoices, including CIS deductions.
Reconcile all supplier statements.
Raise payments in line with payment terms and management requirements.
Ensure timely capture and processing of all received invoices.

Sales Ledger / Applications for Payment

Oversee timely and accurate raising of sales invoices.
Manage credit control processes.
Raise monthly applications for payment in collaboration with the Quantity Surveyor.
Follow up on payments of applications.
Ensure job costing aligns with applications raised.
Ensure timely release of retentions.

General Finance & Compliance

Conduct bank reconciliations across all accounts.
Perform balance sheet reconciliations and maintain general ledger controls.
Prepare CIS and VAT returns, including compliance with Domestic Reverse Charge (DRC) VAT procedures.
Prepare year-end financial statements and balance sheets for audits.
Maintain fixed asset schedules and calculate depreciation.
Manage prepayments and accruals as necessary.
Produce monthly cash flow reports for the Managing Director.
Assist with the annual audit and provide required documentation.

Management & Reporting

Oversee smooth running of the finance department.
Provide cover for the Finance Assistant during periods of absence.
Generate management cost reports and conduct financial analysis.
Maintain robust accounting controls and procedures.
Communicate key financial issues to the Managing Director clearly and promptly.
Manage petty cash and conduct monthly job costing analysis.

Essential Experience / Skills

Minimum of 5 years' experience as a Finance Manager within a similar-sized construction environment.
ACA or CIMA qualified.
Proficient in Sage 50 Cloud Professional and Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Outlook.
Understanding of the Domestic Reverse Charge (DRC) VAT procedure.
Experience supervising staff in finance or office environments.
Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
Ability to meet strict deadlines and perform under pressure.
Independent problem solver with a collaborative mindset.
Ownership of responsibilities through to completion.
Professional, tenacious, and skilled in credit control.
Discreet, dependable, positive, and flexible.

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