Job Description

Key Responsibilities:

Financial Control & Reporting

Prepare accurate monthly management accounts, including P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow reports. Oversee the daily finance operations (AP, AR, bank reconciliation, payroll, credit control). Produce and manage annual budgets and rolling forecasts. Conduct variance analysis and performance reporting by job/project.

Strategic Finance & Business Support

Provide financial insight to support pricing, margins, and project profitability. Identify cost efficiencies and drive improvements across finance and operations. Support the MD with board reporting and strategic decision-making. Lead finance system improvements (e.g., automation, job costing integrations).

Compliance & Governance

Ensure full compliance with HMRC requirements (VAT, CIS, PAYE, etc.). Manage external accountants and annual audits. Maintain robust internal controls and support business risk management.

Team Management

Supervise a part-time bookkeeper. Collaborate closely with procurement, contracts, and operational leads.

Candidate Profile:

Qualified or part-qualified accountant (ACCA / CIMA / ACA / AAT Level 4). 3+ years of experience in a similar SME finance role. Strong understanding of project-based costing in engineering or construction environments. Hands-on, commercially minded, and able to work independently. Proficient in accounting software (Sage, Xero,) and Excel.
Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From 45,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Casual dress Company pension Flexitime On-site parking Private medical insurance Sick pay
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 15/06/2025
Reference ID: May15/5/25FM