Finance Manager

Our client is a project-led property and construction business delivering developments across residential, commercial, and mixed-use schemes. With a strong pipeline and multiple sites running concurrently, the business is focused on improving reporting discipline, strengthening cost visibility, and ensuring financial control keeps pace with delivery. As part of this growth, they are seeking a Finance Manager to oversee day-to-day finance operations and support project performance across the portfolio.

The Role Reporting into senior finance leadership, the Finance Manager will manage the finance function and provide clear, practical insight across multiple projects. The role combines hands-on financial management with commercial partnering, working closely with project and operational teams to support planning, control, and decision-making.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee month-end close processes and prepare accurate management accounts

• Manage project accounting, cost tracking, and profitability analysis across developments

• Support budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow planning at project and group level

• Partner with project managers to monitor spend, variations, and margin performance

• Oversee balance sheet reconciliations and maintain strong financial controls

• Support year-end reporting, audit preparation, and statutory compliance

• Review and improve finance processes, systems, and reporting frameworks

• Manage and develop junior finance team members where applicable

Candidate Profile

• ACA, ACCA, or CIMA qualified, or equivalent experience

• Previous experience within property, construction, or project-based environments

• Strong understanding of project accounting, cost control, and cash flow management

• Confident communicator able to work with non-finance stakeholders

• High level of Excel and financial reporting capability

• Detail-focused, commercially minded, and comfortable working across multiple projects