Finance Manager

NOVENCO® Building & Industry A/S; Melksham; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in the UK is seeking a Finance Manager to oversee financial management, project accounting, and HR operations in Melksham. This pivotal role will require strong leadership skills and experience in financial performance and operational structure. The ideal candidate will hold a relevant qualification and have a background in manufacturing or engineering. The position offers competitive pay, benefits, and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Competitive pay and employee benefits in line with company policy

Car allowance

25 days’ holiday plus bank holidays

Access to healthcare scheme after qualifying period

Life Assurance and Critical Illness insurance

Company mobile phone & laptop for occasional remote working

Cycle to Work scheme & standard auto-enrolment pension

Tailored development and training opportunities

Qualifications

• Qualified or part-qualified (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent).
• Experience in a manufacturing or engineering environment.
• Strong cost accounting and project finance understanding.
• Advanced Excel and experience with ERP systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead monthly WIP reviews with Project Managers.
• Manage project budgets, cost control, and financial close‑out of completed works.
• Prepare monthly performance summaries for the UK MD and financial reporting to Group HQ.
• Deliver P&L variance analysis (Actual vs Budget/Last Year).
• Drive forecasting, order intake and SG&A projections, and annual budgeting.
• Oversee payroll, VAT, statutory reporting and liaison with external auditors, accountants, and insurers.
• Support Global TA team on recruitment processes end-to-end in UK.
• Oversee time/absence registration, workflows and general HR administration.
• Serve as the local point of contact for HR-related guidance and compliance.
• Oversee management of the Wiltshire office.
• Support the planning and setup of future UK satellite offices.
• Continuously improve Q-Box (Quality Management) processes and business workflows.
• Coordinate sustainability (CSRD) data collection for the UK market.

Job description

At NOVENCO Building & Industry, we combine Danish engineering excellence with innovative solutions that make buildings safer, more energy‑efficient, and environmentally responsible.

In the UK, we specialise in designing, installing, and testing life‑safety smoke ventilation systems and delivering energy‑saving airflow solutions for a broad range of facilities. As our UK presence grows, we are strengthening our leadership team with a highly capable Finance Manager.

About the role

We are looking for a proactive, commercially minded Finance Manager to join our management team in Bowerhill.

This is a pivotal, hands‑on role combining financial leadership, project controls, HR oversight, and responsibility for office and business operations. You will serve as a key business partner to the UK Managing Director, playing a central role in driving financial performance, operational structure, and organisational maturity as our UK business continues to grow.

Key responsibilities

Financial Management & Project Accounting

• Lead monthly WIP reviews with Project Managers
• Manage project budgets, cost control, and financial close‑out of completed works
• Prepare monthly performance summaries for the UK MD and financial reporting to Group HQ
• Deliver P&L variance analysis (Actual vs Budget/Last Year)
• Drive forecasting, order intake and SG&A projections, and annual budgeting
• Oversee payroll, VAT, statutory reporting and liaison with external auditors, accountants, and insurers

HR & People Operations

• Support Global TA team on recruitment processes end‑to‑end in UK
• Oversee time/absence registration, workflows and general HR administration
• Serve as the local point of contact for HR‑related guidance and compliance

Office & Business Operations

• Oversee management of the Wiltshire office
• Support the planning and setup of future UK satellite offices
• Continuously improve Q‑Box (Quality Management) processes and business workflows
• Coordinate sustainability (CSRD) data collection for the UK market

What we expect

Essential qualifications

• Qualified or part‑qualified (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)
• Experience in a manufacturing or engineering environment
• Strong cost accounting and project finance understanding
• Advanced Excel and experience with ERP systems

Key competencies

• Strong commercial mindset—able to translate data into actionable insights
• Confident communicator across local operations and international Group functions
• Adaptable, hands‑on leader comfortable shifting between strategy and day‑to‑day operations

What we offer

• Competitive pay and employee benefits in line with company policy
• Car allowance
• 25 days’ holiday plus bank holidays
• Access to healthcare scheme after qualifying period
• Life Assurance and Critical Illness insurance
• Company mobile phone & laptop for occasional remote working
• Cycle to Work scheme & standard auto‑enrolment pension
• Tailored development and training opportunities

How to apply

Please submit your CV via our careers page. Applications will be reviewed on receipt and interviews scheduled on a rolling basis.

NOVENCO Building & Industry UK Ltd is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all backgrounds.