Job Description

About Us

We're a leading UK manufacturer and installer of capital equipment, supplying clients in Construction, Education, Facilities Management, and Healthcare. Based in Shropshire, we're a fast-growing company with a high-performance culture.

What Your Role Will Entail

As our Financial Operations Lead, you'll be at the heart of our financial function, managing everything from daily activities to long-term forecasting. Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

Producing

monthly financial statements

, including income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow analysis. Overseeing all accounting and bookkeeping processes to ensure complete accuracy and compliance. Delivering

detailed financial analysis

to senior leadership to inform crucial business decisions. Spearheading

budgeting and forecasting

initiatives to support our ambitious expansion plans. Handling all statutory filings, including VAT returns, payroll, and supporting external audits. Providing guidance and mentorship to a junior team member to ensure operational excellence. Engaging in key

commercial negotiations

and managing business relationships with suppliers and clients. Maintaining our credit and commercial insurance policies to safeguard the company's financial interests. Assisting with submissions and documentation for business development opportunities. Identifying and implementing continuous improvements to our financial processes and systems.

Your Experience and Skills

We are looking for someone with a proven track record and the right combination of technical and leadership skills.

A minimum of

5 years of experience

in a senior finance role within a contracting or specialized project-based business with a revenue exceeding

18 million

. A strong history of preparing and presenting comprehensive financial reports and strategic business insights. Expertise in

SAGE 50

and advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly with intricate spreadsheet modelling. In-depth knowledge of financial regulations, compliance, and best practices. Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to translate financial data for non-finance professionals. A

qualified accountant

, such as

ACA, ACCA, or CIMA

, or another recognized certification like

CPA or CFA

What We Offer

Salary from 50,000 per annum (DOE) Uncapped bonus scheme -- no ceiling on your earnings 25 days holiday + pension + company perks Energetic, supportive team that rewards real results.

Ready to Build with Us?

This is a unique chance to join a growing company at a key stage in its development. If you're excited by the prospect of shaping our financial future and being part of a team committed to excellence, please get in touch.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From 50,000.00 per year

Benefits:

On-site parking Profit sharing
Ability to commute/relocate:

Shrewsbury SY2 6LG: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s):

What was the revenue, GP and EBIT of the business where you were most recently employed? Can you describe your experience with Construction Industry Scheme (CIS), the financial implications of managing Work in Progress (WIP) and accruals in a project-based business?
Experience:

relevant finance: 5 years (required)
Work Location: In person