Finance Manager
Salary: £65,000 – £75,000 DOE
Location: Gloucester (Hybrid)
Start: ASAP | Permanent, Full Time
We’re looking for an experienced Finance Manager to join a well-established regional business. You’ll play a key part in delivering accurate and timely financial reporting, supporting strategic decision-making, and ensuring the smooth operation of the finance function.
You’ll lead weekly and monthly reporting processes, manage budgets and forecasts, and provide insight that drives regional performance. This role blends operational oversight with hands-on finance work and is perfect for someone who thrives in a collaborative, fast-moving environment.
Key Responsibilities
* Provide financial insight to support operational and commercial decisions
* Lead the finance team, mentoring and developing junior colleagues
* Ensure robust budgeting, forecasting, and long-term planning processes
* Manage monthly, half-year, and year-end reporting, liaising with external auditors
* Oversee cash management, working capital, and compliance with governance standards
* Streamline processes to improve efficiency and accuracy across the finance function
* Produce management reports and deliver clear financial commentary for stakeholders
* Support audits and joint venture reporting where applicable
* Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives for systems and reporting
About You
* ACA / ACCA / CIMA qualified
* Strong management accounting experience in reporting, cash management, and forecasting
* Proven experience leading a finance team
* Excellent Excel and systems knowledge
* Strong analytical skills with commercial awareness
* Confident communicator, able to engage stakeholders at all levels
* Proactive, detail-oriented, and able to manage competing priorities
Desirable:
* Joint venture accounting experience
* Construction or housebuilding background
* Knowledge of VAT, DRC, CIS
* Familiarity with COINS or similar ERP systems
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a high-performing regional business, influence strategic financial decisions, and develop your career in a supportive, collaborative environment. You’ll have ownership, lead a dedicated finance team, and be empowered to drive real impact.
If you would like to apply for this role, please get in contact with your CV attached to mitch@hamilton-woods.com