Financial manager

Financial Manager – Construction & Property Development

An established and highly respected construction and property development business is looking to appoint a Financial Manager to join its head office team.
With a strong reputation for delivering high-quality residential and mixed-use developments, the business has experienced consistent growth and continues to expand its project portfolio across London and the South East.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a financially stable, privately owned company where finance plays a key role in supporting strategic decision-making and business performance.
Working closely with senior leadership, you will take ownership of the finance function, providing accurate financial reporting and commercial insight across multiple live projects and business entities.

Key Responsibilities:
Preparation and management of monthly management accounts
Production of cashflow forecasts and financial reporting packs
Budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis
Managing year-end accounts and liaising with external auditors
Overseeing accounts payable, receivable, payroll, and transactional finance functions
Supporting project teams with financial performance analysis
Monitoring project costs, valuations, and profitability
Ensuring compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements
Managing VAT returns, CIS reporting, and construction-specific financial processes
Providing financial and commercial insight to support business growth and decision-making
Identifying opportunities to improve financial systems, controls, and reporting processesRequirements:
Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA)
Proven experience within the construction, property development, or main contracting sector
Strong understanding of construction accounting, project reporting, cashflow management, and financial controls
Experience preparing management accounts and leading month-end processes
Excellent commercial awareness and analytical skills
Strong communication skills with the ability to engage confidently with operational and senior management teams
Proactive, hands-on approach with the ability to work in a fast-paced environmentWhat's on Offer
Opportunity to join a growing and successful construction and development business
Exposure to high-profile London projects
Direct access to senior leadership and involvement in strategic decision-making
Long-term career progression within a stable and ambitious organisation
Collaborative and supportive head office environmentThis role would suit an ambitious Finance Manager or Senior Management Accountant looking to take ownership of a finance function within a thriving construction and development business