Finance Manager

Thrive SW; West of England; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company car

Annual bonus

Training & development

Job summary

Thrive SW is seeking an ambitious Finance Manager to lead the finance function, overseeing management accounts, WIP, P&L, cost centres, and credit control. You will work with project teams and Directors to improve profitability across capital projects, with training provided for Dynamics 365 Business Central.

Applicants with facilities management or construction exposure are highly valued. The role offers a competitive salary, a company car, and a 5% annual bonus with ongoing professional

Qualifications

• Experience in a Finance Manager or senior finance role.
• Experience in facilities management, maintenance, construction or building services is valuable.
• Solid understanding of management accounts, WIP, P&L, cost centres and credit control.
• Experience working with project management teams and operations.
• Strong analytical and commercial awareness.
• Proactive at identifying process improvements.

Responsibilities

• Produce monthly management accounts, WIP and P&L reports.
• Raise and manage sales ledger invoices; manage rebates.
• Oversee credit control, invoicing, and profit margins.
• Monitor project financial performance and cost reporting.
• Collaborate with directors on cash flow and aged debt resolution.
• Develop financial reporting for operations and management teams.
• Support transition to automated CAFM reporting and finance processes.

Skills

Management Accounts

WIP reporting

P&L reporting

Cost Centre reporting

Credit Control

Sales Ledger

Profitability analysis

Financial reporting

Cash flow management

Process improvement

Microsoft 365

Dynamics 365 BC

Education

AAT/ACCA/CIMA/ACA or equivalent

Studying towards professional qualification encouraged

Tools

Microsoft 365

Microsoft Dynamics 365 BC

Job description

Finance Manager

£50,000 - £80,000 Dependant on experience

Company car (high-end vehicle)

5% annual bonus

Ongoing training and professional development
Support towards further finance qualifications

We are looking for an ambitious Finance Manager to join our growing business. This opportunity is suitable for either an experienced Finance Manager or an Assistant Finance Manager looking to take the next step into a management position.

Reporting directly to the Group Finance Director, you will take ownership of the finance function, overseeing management accounts, work in progress (WIP), profit and loss reporting, cost centres, credit control, and project financial performance.

Previous experience within Facilities Management, Engineering Maintenance, Construction, or Building Maintenance would be highly advantageous due to the project-based nature of the role.

The business currently uses Microsoft 365 and Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central. Previous experience with these systems would be beneficial but is not essential, as full training will be provided.

Key Responsibilities

• Produce monthly Management Accounts, WIP reports, Profit & Loss statements, and Cost Centre reporting.
• Raise and manage sales ledger invoices.
• Manage supplier and subcontractor rebates.
• Process subcontractor invoices and resolve invoice queries with the head office finance team.
• Oversee the Credit Control and Sales Ledger functions.
• Review and approve invoicing, ensuring profitability and correct margins.
• Work closely with Project Managers to monitor the financial performance of capital projects.
• Improve and develop credit control procedures and financial processes.
• Monitor outstanding customer balances and manage debt collection to maintain healthy cash flow.
• Collaborate with Directors and the finance team to resolve aged debt and outstanding accounts.
• Produce weekly and monthly management reports for the operations team and Directors.
• Analyse project profitability and identify contracts with low margins.
• Manage monthly cost reporting and integrate financial information with the CAFM system.
• Support the transition from existing accounting processes to automated CAFM reporting.
• Provide ad hoc financial analysis and support across the wider business.

Skills & Experience

• Previous experience in a Finance Manager, Management Accountant, Assistant Finance Manager, or Senior Finance position.
• Experience within Facilities Management, Engineering Maintenance, Construction, Building Services, or Building Maintenance would be highly desirable.
• Strong understanding of Management Accounts, WIP reporting, P&L, Cost Centres, Credit Control, and Sales Ledger.
• Experience working alongside operational and project management teams.
• Excellent analytical and commercial awareness.
• Strong organisational and communication skills.
• Proactive approach with the ability to identify process improvements.
• Experience using Microsoft 365 and Microsoft Dynamics Business Central is desirable but not essential.

Qualifications

• Accounting or Finance qualification (AAT, ACCA, CIMA, ACA or equivalent) is desirable.
• Candidates currently studying towards a professional qualification are encouraged to apply and will be supported with further development.