Finance Manager

RM Recruit Ltd is working in partnership with a fantastic business who are based close to the Jewellery Quarter and are seeking a Finance Manager on a permanent basis. Our client is a dynamic and growing business and as a key player in their industry, they are committed to maintaining financial excellence and sustainable growth.

The ideal candidate will be a proactive individual with a strong background in finance, particularly within the construction sector and/or working with local authorities. This role will be on-site five days per week, ensuring close collaboration with various departments and stakeholders to implement effective financial processes and controls.

Key Responsibilities:

• Financial Management: Oversee all aspects of financial management, including budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting.
• Process Improvement: Develop and implement robust financial processes and controls to ensure compliance and efficiency.
• Budgeting and Forecasting: Prepare annual budgets and financial forecasts in collaboration with department heads and senior management.
• Cash Flow Management: Monitor cash flow and liquidity to support operational needs and strategic initiatives.
• Financial Analysis: Conduct financial analysis and provide insights to support decision-making and drive business performance.
• Risk Management: Identify and mitigate financial risks through proactive risk assessment and management strategies.
• Compliance: Ensure compliance with relevant financial regulations and standards, including liaison with external auditors and regulatory authorities.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate with internal stakeholders and external partners, including local authorities, to address financial challenges and achieve organizational goals.
• Team Leadership: Lead and mentor the finance team, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

As the ideal candidate you will be:

• Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent) with extensive experience in finance management roles.
• Proven experience within the construction sector and/or working with local authorities is essential.
• Strong knowledge of financial principles, regulations, and best practices.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex financial data and provide strategic insights.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Proven leadership abilities, with a track record of leading and developing high-performing teams.
• Advanced proficiency in financial management software and Microsoft Excel.

The entirety of this role is office based and there are good transport links minutes from their offices. We are on the lookout for a candidate who is proven in leading a team and running a small however, busy finance department. If you are on the lookout for a new challenge where you will be instrumental in decision making and driving change, we encourage you to apply.

RM Recruit is committed to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion and will treat all applicants equally irrespective of sex, sexual orientation, marital/civil partnership status, age, disability, race, religion, pregnancy, ethnic or national origin.