Introduction
We’re looking for a highly driven Finance Manager – Contracting to join our regional finance team and play a pivotal role in shaping financial performance across the business. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced finance professional who thrives in a fast‑paced, collaborative environment and who can confidently influence senior stakeholders. You'll act as a trusted business partner, offering insight, challenge, and support that drives meaningful commercial decisions and improves overall business outcomes.
About the Role
As Finance Manager – Contracting, you will be responsible for delivering accurate, timely and insightful financial information that supports the strategic and operational performance of the region. You’ll lead key financial processes including month‑end reporting, forecasting, annual budgeting, capital expenditure evaluations and value chain analysis.
You will also ensure full compliance with accounting policies and SOx controls while acting as an impartial and integrity‑driven advisor to the senior management team. Working closely with finance colleagues and commercial leaders, you’ll help drive consistency, clarity and a deep understanding of business performance across the contracting portfolio.
What You’ll Be Doing
Leading the delivery of complete, accurate and timely regional financial reports, including month‑end results, forecasts and budgets
Providing financial insight, challenge and advice to senior managers to support improved performance and decision‑making
Supporting and reviewing CAPEX schedules, project evaluations and capital expenditure authorisations
Driving value chain and contract margin analysis for a full end‑to‑end understanding of contract profitability
Ensuring SOx‑compliant accounting information and adherence to company controls and governance frameworks
Building strong working relationships with senior management teams, acting as a trusted business partner
Overseeing the accuracy and integrity of regional accounting records, KPIs, assets and liabilities
Providing analysis and insight that links financial reports to business strategy and identifies opportunities, risks and performance trends
Leading or supporting ad‑hoc head office projects and continuous improvement initiatives
Coaching and developing the Assistant Finance Business Partner (Midlands)What the Ideal Candidate Looks Like
You’ll excel in this role if you are a skilled finance professional with strong commercial acumen, excellent communication skills, and the confidence to challenge and support senior leaders.
We're looking for someone who has:
A qualification as an accountant (or equivalent experience) with proven operational finance expertise
Solid financial accounting and reporting skills with the ability to deliver high‑quality, insightful analysis
Experience in a complex or matrix‑managed environment
Strong organisational and stakeholder‑management skills, with the ability to build credible working relationships at all levels
The capability to drive process improvement and lead effective change
Strong IT proficiency, with SAP/BW knowledge being an advantage
A proactive mindset, a passion for adding value and a commitment to maintaining high standards of integrity, governance and performanceWhy Tarmac
We don't just offer a job, we offer a career.
Alongside this role, you'll have access to industry-leading rewards, development opportunities, and a culture that puts people first, including:
Bonus scheme
Enhanced holiday entitlement
Contributory pension scheme
Access to the Tarmac Reward website with discounts on retailers, holidays, etc.
Access to our Employee Assistance helpline for free and confidential advice
Access to join our Employee Communities (employee networks) we currently have nine communities inc.(REACH) Religious, Ethnic, Cultural Heritage, LGBTQ+, Parents & carers, Ability, Wellbeing, Female voice and menopause
Training and development opportunitiesWe’re proud to be part of CRH, and even prouder to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for everyone.If you need any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, just let us know, we’re here to support you.
Ready to build your future?
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