Citadel Source
Senior Finance Manager
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Citadel Source are delighted to be supporting a fast-growing construction business in recruiting a Senior Finance Manager. This is a key role within a high-performing finance team, helping to scale and professionalise the finance function during a period of rapid growth.
The Role
As the Senior Finance Manager reporting to the Chief Financial Officer, you will play a pivotal role in building a best-in-class finance function. You will own the monthly close, statutory reporting, cash management and core controls, while partnering closely with project and commercial teams. This is a true "build" role - shaping processes, systems and reporting as the business scales from c.£10m towards £50m+ turnover.
As a Senior Finance Manager, your responsibilities will include, but not be limited to:
- Partner with the Project Accountant and commercial teams on project cost reporting and CVRs
- Lead the redesign of finance processes and introduce AI-driven automation to routine tasks
- Opportunity to grow with a high-growth business, gain exposure to strategic projects, future international expansion and diversified group structures
- Own the monthly management-accounts close, including accruals, prepayments, provisions and balance-sheet reconciliations
- Prepare FRS 102 statutory accounts and lead the annual external audit relationship
- Apply and maintain percentage-of-completion revenue recognition on long-term construction contracts
- Strengthen the control environment and month-end governance
- Produce cash-flow forecasts and manage payroll and working capital
- Mentor the junior members of the finance team
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What the Client is Looking For
- Fully Qualified Accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA)
- Proven ownership of month-end and FRS 102 statutory accounts
- Strong systems skills; ERP experience (NetSuite advantageous)
- Genuine enthusiasm for using AI tools to automate and improve processes
- Previous experience working in the construction industry
- Clear communicator able to partner with commercial and operational colleagues
- High attention to detail, reliability and ability to deliver to tight deadlines
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What the Client Has to Offer
- Salary: £65,000 - £75,000 depending on experience
- Bristol-based role, 3 days per week in the office
- Opportunity to work directly with a hands-on CFO
- Significant progression potential as the business scales beyond £50m turnover
- Chance to help build a modern, AI-enabled finance function from the ground up
Interested?
For more information on this exciting opportunity, please apply or reach out to Jesse Howes - jesse@citadelsource.com at Citadel Source.
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