Finance Manager (Construction) – Strategic Growth & Impact

Equation Recruitment Ltd; Cambridgeshire and Peterborough; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday buy-back scheme

Contributory pension

On-site parking

Staff canteen with kitchen facilities

Modern working environment

Immediate start available

Job summary

Equation Recruitment Ltd is seeking a Finance Manager for a fast-growing manufacturer in the construction sector. You will take full ownership of the finance function, collaborating with senior leadership and department heads to drive financial insight, controls and performance.

The role is highly visible across the business, with responsibility for month-end reporting, budgeting, cashflow and year-end audit preparation.

Qualifications

• Essential: Finance Manager or Management Accountant experience in construction.
• Essential: Knowledge of CIS, VAT (reverse charge) and HMRC compliance.
• Essential: Experience with Sage 50, Sage Payroll and advanced Excel.
• Essential: Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Essential: Strong communication skills with non-finance stakeholders.
• Essential: Proactive problem-solving mindset.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all financial operations including accounting, reporting, payroll and tax compliance.
• Manage CIS, VAT (including reverse charge) and HMRC submissions.
• Maintain purchase and sales ledgers in a high-volume environment.
• Oversee subcontractor payments and monthly CIS returns.
• Manage payroll for 50+ employees, including pensions and statutory obligations.
• Produce monthly management accounts (P&L, accruals, forecasting).
• Lead credit control and cashflow management.
• Maintain fixed asset register and depreciation schedules.
• Deliver financial reporting and analysis for strategic decision-making.
• Prepare for year-end audit and liaise with external auditors.
• Handle regulatory data submissions (e.g. ONS).
• Support implementation of a new in-house finance system.

Skills

Finance management and leadership

Construction sector experience

CIS, VAT compliance

HMRC compliance

Excellent attention to detail

Multi-priority management

Communication skills

Problem-solving mindset

Education

ACCA/CIMA or equivalent

Tools

Sage 50

Sage Payroll

Excel advanced

Job description

Equation Recruitment Ltd is seeking a Finance Manager for a fast-growing manufacturer in the construction sector. You will take full ownership of the finance function, collaborating with senior leadership and department heads to drive financial insight, controls and performance.

The role is highly visible across the business, with responsibility for month-end reporting, budgeting, cashflow and year-end audit preparation.