Commercial Finance Manager

Robert Half are supporting a construction business near Glasgow with the recruitment of a Commercial Finance Manager on a permanent basis. This is a newly created role which will report directly into the CFO, with a focus on providing commercial oversight to the business as it continues to win lucrative projects across the UK. The company who are based in the central belt, are looking for a commercially astute individual who will assume full budget planning responsibilities whilst providing insightful decision support to the executive management team.

Role

• Partner with internal stakeholders by providing robust financial information and interpretation
• Undertake proactive investigation, to develop a better understanding of the business and to provide operational performance
• Ownership of the company balance sheet, budgeting and cash flow forecasting
• Work with contract management to ensure that plans, budgets and forecasts for the contract are both challenging and achievable
• Partner with the contracts to shape and manage performance KPI's
• Provide proactive input into new contract negotiations and contract decision making initiatives
• Attend contract/sector committees and meetings as required, in, including meetings with clients
• Intervene where required to support compliance and alignment objectives
• Drive for value at the bottom line, with a focus on revenue enhancement/protection and on cost saving opportunities

Profile

• Qualified accountant (ACCA/CIMA/ICAS) or Qualified by experience (circa 5 years +)
• Candidates from a construction industry background are highly desired
• Strong communicator with good IT skills
• Financial Audit experience
• Experience of improving financial systems (ERP)

Salary & Benefits

Salary will be within the region of £50,000 - £55,000 plus benefits

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