Your new company A specialist consultancy working across the built‑environment sectors is seeking an experienced Financial Manager to lead day‑to‑day financial operations. Your new role This is a standalone position suited to someone who enjoys autonomy, variety, and making a direct impact within a growing, supportive organisation. Responsibilities will include: Manage daily finance activities: invoicing, accounts payable, supplier payments, credit control and cashflow Oversee timesheets, expenses, and internal financial processes Ensure compliance with accounting standards and internal policies Produce management information (MI) and provide financial insight Liaise with external accountants for statutory and year‑end requirements Improve financial systems and processes; experience with Xero is beneficial What you'll need to succeed The ideal candidate will be a qualified or part‑qualified finance professional (CIMA, ACCA or equivalent) with strong analytical, communication and problem‑solving skills. They will demonstrate a high level of accuracy, excellent attention to detail and confidence working with advanced Excel. Experience within the education or construction sectors is advantageous, along with a proactive and collaborative approach suited to a standalone finance role. What you'll get in return The role offers the chance to contribute to a purpose‑driven organisation that directly improves environments while working within a friendly, supportive culture. You will have genuine autonomy in a standalone finance position, with flexibility in working arrangements alongside your regular office presence. This opportunity also provides the scope to influence and enhance financial processes within a growing consultancy, offering both impact and long‑term career value. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays