Finance Manager

Hamilton Woods; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction business in Birmingham seeks an experienced Finance Manager to oversee end-to-end financial operations. The ideal candidate will have a solid background in manufacturing finance and be a qualified accountant. Key responsibilities include delivering financial reports, leading month-end processes, and managing budgeting cycles. This role offers a competitive salary package and hybrid working options.

Benefits

Bonus

Car allowance

Benefits

Qualifications

• Qualified accountant with strong month-end expertise.
• In-depth knowledge of cost accounting and operational finance processes.
• Mature communication skills to work across departments.

Responsibilities

• Deliver insightful financial reporting to support senior leadership and business planning.
• Lead month-end and year-end processes, including audit coordination.
• Manage forecasting and budgeting cycles related to manufacturing.

Skills

Strong analytical skills

Effective communication

Financial reporting

Cost accounting

Month-end expertise

Forecasting and budgeting

Education

Qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA)

Job description

Finance Manager 60,000 - 65,000 + Bonus, Benefits & Car Allowance Birmingham (Hybrid Working) Perm

A leading construction business in Birmingham is partnering exclusively with us to recruit an experienced Finance Manager to play a central role in supporting operational and strategic performance.

This position is ideal for a commercially minded finance professional who brings solid experience within the manufacturing industry and is confident overseeing end-to-end financial operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver clear, insightful financial reporting to support senior leadership and business planning.
• Lead month-end and year-end processes, including audit coordination and statutory requirements.
• Manage forecasting, budgeting cycles, and variance analysis related to manufacturing activity.
• Monitor and optimise cash flow and working capital performance.
• Develop financial strategies that align with operational goals and long‑term objectives.
• Work closely with production and supply chain teams to drive efficiency and identify savings.
• Ensure adherence to accounting standards, regulatory requirements, and internal controls.
• Partner cross‑functionally to provide actionable financial insight and challenge business assumptions where needed.

What We're Looking For

• Qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA) OR QBE considered
• Proven background in manufacturing finance, particularly with strong month‑end expertise.
• In‑depth knowledge of cost accounting, stock control, and operational finance processes.
• Confident communicator with strong analytical and influencing skills.
• Comfortable working in a fast‑moving, results‑oriented environment.

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