Finance Manager

Lusona Consultancy (Financial) Limited; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private healthcare

Workplace pension

28 days leave

Study support

Birthday off

Job summary

Lusona Consultancy (Financial) Limited in Glasgow seeks a hands-on Finance Manager for a growing SME in the Construction Services sector. You will lead the finance function with one direct report, delivering robust controls, reporting and strategic insight.

The role offers £40,000-£45,000 with private healthcare, pension, 28 days leave, study support and a birthday off, on-site in Glasgow. Ideal for a Part/Qualified through experience professional aiming to shape the finance function as the

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar role within a fast-paced commercial environment.
• Budgets and forecasts experience; data analysis.
• Hands-on SME environment experience.
• Ambition and curiosity to progress in entrepreneurial environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily finance and accounting operations.
• Maintain up-to-date financial records.
• Process invoices, expenses, and receipts through Xero.
• Prepare VAT returns and month-end close.
• Produce management accounts and financial reports.
• Support cash flow management and financial controls.
• Collaborate with project managers on financial matters.
• Identify improvements to financial processes and systems.
• Provide financial analysis for strategic planning.

Skills

Financial analysis

Budgeting & forecasting

Hands-on SME environment

Stakeholder collaboration

Tools

Xero

Job description

Lusona Consultancy are Exclusively partnered with a Growing SME organisation in Glasgow to recruit a Finance Manager on a permanent basis. The Finance Manager will join a 3 million turnover organisation which has achieved double digit growth in the last 5 years. Our client operates in the Construction Services sector in a project focussed environment. The Finance Manager will grow alongside the business, with one direct report at Bookkeeper level. This is an exciting time for the business and our client are looking for a hands on Finance manager comfortable working in a growing SME where they can achieve career growth in a collaborative working environment. The Salary band on offer is £40,000 - £45,000 with benefits including private healthcare, workplace pension, 28 days annual leave, Study support and your Birthday off! This is a fantastic opportunity for a Part or Qualified through experience individual looking for a progressive role where they can be involved in shaping the finance function as the business expands.

The Finance Manager will be responsible for the smooth running of the finance function ensuring robust financial controls, reporting and compliance are maintained as the business continues to expand. The Finance Manager will work as part of the management team offering insight and guidance to the business across a variety of projects, cash-flow forecasting, supporting with budgets and providing analysis to support business growth.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee the daily finance and accounting operations of the business.
• Maintain accurate, complete, and up-to-date financial records.
• Manage purchase and sales ledgers, including processing invoices, expenses, and receipts through Xero.
• Perform regular bank reconciliations and monitor accounts payable and receivable activities.
• Prepare and submit VAT returns in compliance with HMRC regulations and deadlines.
• Assist with month-end close processes and the preparation of financial reports.
• Produce and maintain management accounts and other key financial reports.
• Monitor financial transactions to ensure robust internal controls and financial integrity.
• Ensure adherence to relevant accounting standards, policies, and financial procedures.
• Track outstanding debtor balances and support effective cash flow management.
• Collaborate with project managers and the wider leadership team on financial matters and business performance.
• Identify and implement improvements to financial processes, systems, and operational efficiencies.
• Provide accurate financial analysis and insights to support strategic planning and decision-making

Experience

• Experience in a similar role within a fast-paced commercial environment
• Experience with budgets & forecasts and analysing data sets
• Ideally experience working in an SME in a \"hands on environment
• Ambition, curiosity and desire to progress in a high successful and entrepreneurial environment

This is an excellent opportunity to join a small, ambitious team where you will have the opportunity to make a real impact and contribute to the continued development of the business. You will be supported by an experienced management team, with opportunities for ongoing personal and professional development. Our client will offer study support towards ACCA/CIMA, a competitive salary from £40,000 - £45,000 per annum combined with company specific benefits. This is an onsite role based in Glasgow.