Finance Manager

Are you a qualified accountant with experience in a project-based business? Are you passionate about leading a finance team and working closely with senior management? We are looking for a Finance Manager to join our team, reporting directly to the Chief Financial Officer (CFO).

• Location: Ross-on-Wye, Herefordshire
• Salary: Competitive + Benefits

As the Finance Manager, you will manage and develop a small team of Management Accountants and ensure an efficient finance function that supports both operations and the SafeLane Group. This is a hands-on role with a focus on project accounting, financial reporting, and business partnering. You will be responsible for producing monthly management accounts, preparing budgets, and ensuring the integrity of the financial systems.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead, manage, and mentor a team of accountants responsible for project accounting, transaction processing, and reporting.
• Ownership of the Group’s project portfolio financials, ensuring compliance with UK GAAP and IFRS.
• Produce monthly management accounts, including commentary of key analysis, and reconciliations.
• Prepare monthly consolidation of project related financial results for reporting to the CFO, CEO and Board.
• Prepare cashflow forecasts and provide analysis-based recommendations.
• Oversee project and overhead cashflow management, including analysis of the UK business’ cashflow forecasting and liaising with the Group’s Corporate Accountant, baking partners, and managing currency requirements.
• Consolidation of operational budget preparation and consolidation of monthly project reports, feeding into the corporate timetable for generation of the monthly management and Board reporting packs.
• Coordinate the completion of monthly funding cycles, including reconciliation of field floats and communication to overseas bank accounts.
• Focal point for all Financial ERP issues and improvements.
• Primary point of contact for UK banks, ensuring operational efficiency and timely issue resolution.
• Support the Corporate Accountant in the year-end audit process, liaising with external auditors, ensuring all Group entities produce complete and accurate statutory reporting.
• Ensure tax compliance and manage contractor payroll alongside the Contractor Management Team.
• Provide financial support to operational teams and act as a trusted business partner.

Key Skills & Experience - essential:

• Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)
• Strong technical accounting background and experience in a project-based business
• Proven experience in leading a finance team and managing staff
• Excellent knowledge of UK GAAP and tax regulations
• Proficient in IT systems, with advanced skills in Microsoft Excel
• Strong communication skills, able to present financial data clearly to both finance and non-finance personnel

 

Why Join Us?

You’ll have the opportunity to work closely with senior management, contribute to key decision-making, and help shape the financial strategy of the company. We offer a competitive salary, discretionary bonus scheme, professional development, and a supportive environment where you can grow your career.

How to Apply: 

If you would like to learn more about this Finance Manager opportunity then please send your application (CV and cover letter) to rebecca.werner-de-sondberg@safelaneglobal.com.