Head of Finance

Head of Finance– Construction & CIS Experience

Location: Warrington

Contract: Full-time

Are you an experienced Head of Finance / Financial Controller looking for your next challenge? We’re working with a dynamic business in the construction sector to find a qualified and proactive finance professional to lead and develop their finance team.

Reporting to the Finance Director, you will oversee all aspects of the company’s financial operations, including management accounts, budgeting, forecasting, and cashflow management. You’ll provide insightful financial reporting to support strategic decisions, ensuring compliance with all regulatory requirements.

This is an excellent opportunity to take ownership of a finance function, lead a small team, and work closely with operational teams across the business.

• Prepare and deliver accurate management accounts, financial reports, and year-end accounts.
• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes.
• Oversee cashflow, working capital, and financial performance.
• Ensure compliance with VAT, Corporation Tax, and accounting standards.
• Manage, coach, and develop a finance team.
• Collaborate with project managers to provide financial insights supporting project delivery and profitability.
• Identify opportunities to streamline processes, improve efficiency, and support growth.

• Qualified (ACCA or CIMA) Financial Controller with proven experience in the construction sector.
• Strong experience with management accounts, budgeting, forecasting, and year-end processes.
• Confident leader with experience managing a small finance team.
• Excellent IT skills, including advanced Excel; experience with Sage 50, Eque 2 Construct, or Deltek advantageous.
• Highly organised, reliable, and able to work under pressure.

• Flexible working arrangements and buy & sell holiday scheme
• Opportunity to grow within a successful and ambitious business

If you’re ready to take the next step in your finance career and make a real impact in a growing construction business, we’d love to hear from you.