Finance Manager Construction

Inplace Personnel Services Ltd; Skegby; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing construction firm is seeking an experienced Finance Manager to lead finance operations, oversee budgeting, and ensure compliance with UK regulations. You will provide critical financial insights to support business success in a dynamic environment. Candidates should be ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified with a strong background in finance within the construction industry.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Collaborative working culture

Opportunities for career growth

Qualifications

• Strong background in finance within the construction industry.
• Experience with VAT and construction-related compliance.
• Detail-driven with clear communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all finance operations including AP/AR and payroll.
• Produce monthly management accounts and year-end statements.
• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and profitability analysis.

Skills

CIS understanding

Budgeting

Reporting

Advanced Excel

Commercially-minded

Education

ACA, ACCA, or CIMA qualified

Tools

QuickBooks

Job description

Overview

Finance Manager - Lead Finance in a Thriving Construction Business

Sutton In Ashfield | Competitive Salary | Construction Sector

Are you a strategic Finance Manager looking to make a real impact in a growing, well-established construction company? Do you thrive in dynamic environments where your insight and leadership directly support business success?

We're a high-performing construction firm with a reputation for delivering quality projects across the UK. As we continue to expand, we're looking for an experienced Finance Manager to join our leadership team and take ownership of our finance function — driving efficiency, improving processes, and helping us make smarter commercial decisions.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all day-to-day finance operations - AP/AR, cash flow, payroll, and compliance.
• Ensure accurate CIS, VAT, and HMRC reporting.
• Produce monthly management accounts, job cost reports, and year-end statements.
• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and profitability analysis on a project and company-wide level.
• Support operational teams with financial insights, tracking job costing and project margins.
• Maintain and improve robust financial systems, controls, and reporting frameworks.
• Liaise with auditors, accountants, insurers, and banking partners.

You'll Be a Great Fit If You

• Are ACA, ACCA, or CIMA qualified (or qualified by experience).
• Have a strong background in finance within the construction industry - this is essential.
• Understand CIS, UK VAT, and construction-related compliance.
• Are confident with QuickBooks and advanced Excel.
• Enjoy balancing hands-on work with strategic thinking.
• Are commercially-minded, detail-driven, and a clear communicator.

What We Offer

• A competitive salary tailored to your experience.
• A central role in a growing business where your voice is heard.
• A collaborative and supportive working culture.
• Opportunities for career growth and professional development.

Ready to make your mark in a company where finance is seen as a driver of success, not just a support function?

Apply today and help shape the financial future of a growing construction business