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Finance Manager/HR - Engineering & Construction Services
We are supporting an established construction company based in Loughton, specialising in mechanical, electrical, and public health installations. The company also provides consultancy, commissioning, and project management services to a wide range of sectors, including commercial, residential, and public infrastructure projects. They have built a strong reputation for delivering high-quality solutions and offering exceptional service in both the construction and engineering industries.
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Finance Manager/HR to step into a key position within the company. The successful Finance Manager will manage the finance function across the company's 8 divisions, ensuring the smooth running of all financial operations, from reporting and billing to payroll and expenses. Additionally, this role involves supporting HR tasks, including overseeing payroll and handling employee expenses.
What's in it for you?
- 50,000 - 60,000 PA (DOE)
- 23 days holiday + bank holiday
- Pension: Auto-enrolment at 3% employer contribution.
- Healthcare: Private medical insurance
- Hours: Full-time (40 hours per week), Monday to Friday, 08:30 to 17:30.
Finance Manager/HR - Engineering & Construction Services
Responsibilities
- Managing tasks within a small team
- Responsible for the day-to-day finance function
- Preparing weekly and monthly reports
- Maintaining CIS records
- Submitting CIS returns
- Preparing basic P&L reports
- Client billing in line with payment certificates
- Monitor and analyse project costs against budgets
- Debt chasing for due accounts and retentions
- Communicate with project managers and Quantity Surveyors
- Communicate with suppliers
- Completing all reconciliations for month end for all business units (8)
- Reporting directly to the Finance Director / Managing Director
- Assisting with HR including payroll and expenses
Finance Manager/HR - Engineering & Construction Services
Requirements
- At least 5 years' experience in a finance role within the construction industry.
- Solid experience with Sage 50 Accounts and construction-related accountancy tasks (CIS, P&L, etc.).
- Strong leadership skills, with the ability to manage a small team.
- Proven organisational and multitasking abilities.
- Excellent written and spoken communication skills.
- Experience in payroll management and handling HR-related tasks.
- GCSEs in English and Maths (or equivalent), with a strong understanding of financial practices.
- Construction sector experience is essential for this role.
Desirable Skills:
- Business Degree or Accountancy Qualifications.
- Customer Service qualifications are a plus.
- Experience with Microsoft Office packages, particularly Excel.
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