Finance Manager

SI Recruitment Limited; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary annual bonus

Office based role

24 days holiday leave

Job summary

SI Recruitment Limited is partnering with a Stockton-based business to recruit a Finance Manager. You will take ownership of day-to-day finance, support the wider team, and collaborate with commercial and operations colleagues across the business.

The role is hands-on, with responsibilities spanning cash flow management, management accounts, VAT/CIS, and supplier/subcontractor payments. Prior CIS exposure and a proactive, organised approach are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar finance role with hands-on ownership of end-to-end processes.
• Experience within CIS and subcontractor payments is advantageous.
• Organised, commercially aware and effective at communicating with colleagues across the business.
• AAT or higher qualification is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support the finance team in day-to-day finance operations.
• Forecast cash flow and monitor liquidity to support commercial decisions.
• Prepare monthly management accounts and assist with month-end processes.
• Complete monthly VAT and CIS returns.
• Manage bank reconciliations and supplier payment runs.
• Oversee subcontractor payments, including CIS verification.
• Maintain supplier and subcontractor accounts and payment terms.
• Coordinate intercompany recharges and monthly WIP/recharge processes.
• Provide financial reporting and analysis to key stakeholders.

Skills

Hands-on finance

Communication skills

Commercial awareness

Team leadership

Education

AAT or above

Job description

We're delighted to be working with a well-established business based in Stockton who are looking for a Finance Manager to join their friendly and collaborative team.

This is a hands-on and varied finance role where you'll take ownership of the day-to-day finance function, support the wider finance team and work closely with commercial and operational colleagues across the business.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and support the finance team, overseeing the day-to-day finance function
• Monitor, update and forecast company cash flow
• Prepare monthly management account information and support month-end processes
• Complete monthly VAT and CIS returns
• Manage and carry out bank reconciliations
• Manage weekly and monthly supplier payment runs
• Process and manage weekly and monthly subcontractor payments
• Oversee subcontractor payments, including CIS requirements and HMRC verification
• Manage supplier and subcontractor accounts, including setting up new accounts and maintaining payment terms
• Oversee purchase ledger processes, ensuring invoices are accurately processed and recorded
• Complete intercompany recharges and monthly WIP/recharge processes
• Manage credit card reconciliations and payments
• Liaise closely with commercial and operational teams to ensure accurate and timely financial information
• Support the business with financial reporting, analysis and general day-to-day finance matters

About You

• We're looking for someone who is confident working across a broad finance function and enjoys being hands-on. You'll ideally have previous experience in a similar position.
• Experience within construction, engineering or another project-led environment would be advantageous, particularly with knowledge of CIS and subcontractor payments.
• You'll need to be organised, commercially aware and confident communicating with colleagues across different areas of the business.
• Ideally, AAT or above.

What's on Offer

• This is a great opportunity to join a friendly and supportive team in a role where you'll have genuine responsibility and the opportunity to make a positive contribution to the wider business
• Permanent, full time, (38 Hours per week) Office based
• 24 days' holidays annual leave plus bank holidays
• Discretionary annual bonus scheme.