Finance Manager

3 weeks ago


Reading, Reading, United Kingdom Thomas Gray Full time
Position Overview

We are excited to present a unique opportunity for a driven and ambitious finance professional to join Thomas Gray as a Financial Controller. This role offers a clear pathway to a Main Board Finance Directorship within a dynamic and expanding Main Contracting organization known for its exceptional reputation and commitment to sustainable growth.

The ideal candidate will possess a proactive and collaborative mindset, along with a proven history of establishing structure and processes in a comparable environment.

With a robust pipeline of projects, our organization has a stellar record in delivering affordable housing initiatives and is also expanding into the care sector. You will lead a small team and have the opportunity to significantly grow this team over the next couple of years.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Overseeing the business accounting systems across the organization
  • Assessing and managing risks while ensuring adherence to regulations
  • Preparing and publishing financial statements and accounts in line with statutory obligations
  • Delivering precise short and long-term cash flow forecasts
  • Providing strong leadership and direction to the Finance team
  • Analyzing financial data, monitoring expenditures, forecasting revenues, coordinating audit processes, and ensuring the accuracy of financial information
  • Enhancing our accounting functions and operational efficiency
  • Managing group finance matters, promoting regulatory compliance, and driving revenue generation
  • Overseeing the completion of month-end processes and financial cycles at both project and central levels
  • Taking ownership of balance sheet reconciliations and supervising group business overhead reviews and analyses
  • Managing daily cash flow
  • Processing employee salaries and expenses
  • Leading the preparation of Year-End Statutory Accounts
  • Implementing necessary transaction processes, policies, controls, and procedures

Qualifications and Experience Required:

  • FMAAT / ACMA / GCMA certification
  • Experience in the construction sector, preferably within an SME environment
  • Familiarity with SAGE (Eque 2 package) is advantageous
  • Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to identify effective solutions
  • Demonstrated leadership and management capabilities
  • Exceptional analytical skills, a passion for numbers, and a high level of organization
  • Business Acumen - A well-rounded professional with a comprehensive understanding of business operations


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