Finance Manager — Path to Finance Director (FD Designate)

Michael Page (UK); Tonbridge and Malling; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A progressive construction business in England is seeking a Finance Manager or Financial Controller. This role offers the opportunity to advance to Finance Director within a few years. Responsibilities include preparing management accounts, ensuring financial compliance, and leading audits. A fully qualified accountant with strong leadership and communication skills is essential. The position provides a salary of £70-£80,000 along with benefits like a car allowance and pension in a collaborative culture.

Benefits

Car allowance

Pension

Collaborative culture

Qualifications

• Minimum of several years' post-qualification experience.
• Experience in managing finance in a commercial business, preferably in construction.
• Ability to inspire and develop teams.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly management accounts and annual statutory reporting.
• Ensure financial controls and compliance with accounting standards.
• Partner with Quantity Surveyors and Commercial teams.
• Lead internal audits and liaise with external auditors.
• Manage payroll and statutory submissions.
• Drive best practice in finance.

Skills

Leadership skills

Excellent communication

Stakeholder management

Solutions-focused approach

Education

Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA)

Job description

A progressive construction business in England is seeking a Finance Manager or Financial Controller. This role offers the opportunity to advance to Finance Director within a few years. Responsibilities include preparing management accounts, ensuring financial compliance, and leading audits. A fully qualified accountant with strong leadership and communication skills is essential. The position provides a salary of £70-£80,000 along with benefits like a car allowance and pension in a collaborative culture.