Finance Director A fast-growing construction company based in Cambridge seeks to appoint a Finance Director to lead on all aspects of financial management and strategy.Led by a senior management team of experienced construction professionals, this principal contractor business has a robust order book for 2026, with a forecast turnover of £20 million plus.Specialising in the housing and care sectors for both public and private sector clients, projects currently cover the southeast and east of the country, with growth confidently expected into other regions.The Finance Director's roleThe successful Finance Director will work closely with the Managing Director and Board to shape financial strategy, ensure regulatory compliance, optimise cash flow and profitability, and provide strategic insight to drive business growth and sustainable expansion. Key areas of responsibility include:Financial Strategy and PlanningFinancial Management and ReportingConstruction-Specific Financial ManagementCash Flow and Working Capital ManagementSystems, Controls, and ComplianceLeadership and Team DevelopmentThis is a new position building on the existing structure of external accountancy services and in-house finance administration. As a new role, it offers the opportunity for the successful Finance Director to fully own and grow the function.The Finance Director The successful Finance Director will be a strategic thinker with commercial acumen and problem-solving skills. Leadership skills, adaptability, and attention to detail are also key. This is an ambitious, growing business so an understanding and judgement of risk/reward is required. Key criteria are:Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) with substantial post-qualification experienceProven experience at senior finance level within the construction, civil engineering, or contracting sectorDemonstrable track record in managing finance functions for companies with turnover of £20 million or aboveStrong technical accounting knowledge with expertise in construction industry-specific accounting including revenue recognition (IFRS 15), contract accounting, and valuationsComprehensive understanding of Construction Industry Scheme (CIS), payment regulations, and retentions managementIn addition, the following are desirable attributes:Experience in high-growth or start-up environments, ideally with involvement in scaling businesses from inceptionExperience with project accounting software systems (e.g., Coins, Sage 300 Construction, Conquest, or similar)Previous involvement in business development, mergers, acquisitions, or fundraising activitiesExperience in implementing financial systems and processes from scratch or during significant business transformationKnowledge of alternative funding mechanisms such as invoice discounting, supply chain finance, or project financingIn Return?£80,000 - £120,000 depending on experiencePerformance-related bonus schemeCompany pension schemeCompany car or car allowancePrivate health insuranceProfessional development support including CPD and relevant training25 days annual leave plus bank holidaysFlexibility for hybrid working once establishedIf you are an experienced finance professional in the construction sector, based within commutable distance of Cambridge, please contact Tom Harrison at Foster & May for a confidential discussion about this role.Ref: TH589FDFinance Director / Financial Management / Senior Finance Manager / Construction / COINS / Cambridge
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