Finance Manager

Clements Young; Newark on Trent; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A fast-growing construction firm in the UK is seeking an experienced Finance Manager to oversee financial operations and improve financial systems across its businesses. This role supports growth and profitability, managing budgets, cash flow, and compliance. The ideal candidate will possess finance qualifications and relevant experience in the construction sector, along with strong analytical and communication skills. Flexible working hours and a supportive culture are offered in this full-time position.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Competitive salary reflective of experience

Weekly pay

Supportive, family-run business culture

Qualifications

• Qualified finance professional with experience in construction.
• Strong understanding of construction-related financial processes.
• Attention to detail and ability to work under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Produce monthly, quarterly, and annual accounts for both companies.
• Manage cash flow, forecasting, and management reporting.
• Improve finance systems, processes, and workflows.

Skills

Proven finance experience within the construction industry

Strong analytical and communication skills

Strong understanding of CIS, reverse charge VAT, WIP, and project accounting

Experience improving or implementing financial processes

Education

AAT, ACCA, CIMA, or ACA qualified or part-qualified

Job description

Finance Manager - Construction Industry

Interim Role (3-6 Months) with Potential to Become Permanent

Full-Time or Part-Time | Office-Based | Flexible Hours

About the Company

Established in 2016, we are a fast-growing, family-run construction business delivering specialist services including plastering, floor screeding, dry lining, metal partitioning, and rendering across domestic and commercial projects.

This role will also support our development company, Plasterpro Projects Ltd, ensuring both businesses benefit from strong financial control, clear reporting, and scalable processes.

As both companies continue to expand, we are seeking an experienced Finance Manager to take ownership of the finance function and strengthen the financial infrastructure needed to support sustainable growth and profitability.

The Role

The Finance Manager will oversee financial operations across both businesses and play a key role in improving financial structure, reporting, and controls. This is a hands‑on role suited to someone with construction‑sector experience who is comfortable refining systems while maintaining strong day‑to‑day financial accuracy.

What We Offer

• Small, friendly, office‑based team
• Supportive, family‑run business culture
• Competitive salary reflective of experience
• Weekly pay
• Flexible working hours
• Opportunity to shape and improve the finance function during a period of growth

Key Responsibilities

• Produce monthly, quarterly, and annual accounts for both companies
• Manage cash flow, forecasting, and management reporting
• Prepare project budgets and monitor labour, material, and subcontractor costs
• Maintain WIP, valuations, retentions, applications for payment, and CVRs
• Ensure compliance with CIS, reverse charge VAT, and HMRC requirements
• Oversee payroll and subcontractor payment processes
• Improve finance systems, processes, and workflows to support expansion
• Provide financial insight to support business planning and decision‑making

Skills and Experience Required

• AAT, ACCA, CIMA, or ACA qualified or part‑qualified
• Proven finance experience within the construction industry
• Strong understanding of CIS, reverse charge VAT, WIP, and project accounting
• Experience improving or implementing financial processes
• Strong analytical and communication skills

Desirable Experience

• Experience working closely with project, commercial, or estimating teams
• Knowledge of JCT or NEC contract structures

• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Well organised and proactive
• Comfortable working in a fast‑paced, growing business
• Able to work across multiple companies and priorities