Finance Manager, Newcastle upon Tyne

Anderson Knight is looking to recruit a Finance Manager for our client based in Newcastle. Our client is a well-established and growing organisation operating across multiple business units and long-term projects throughout the UK. Due to continued expansion and transformation activity, they are seeking an experienced Finance Manager / Senior Commercial Finance Lead to join the business in a highly visible and commercially focused role.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide cost and revenue reporting to operational teams to support accurate month-end CVR (Contract Valuation Report) reviews.
• Support the development and implementation of improved Group reporting processes, including business integration and ERP implementation activities.
• Partner with Project Managers and operational teams to review project performance, contractual obligations, margins and working capital.
• Challenge and validate project trading positions during CVR reviews and ensure final adjustments reconcile to the trial balance.
• Drive timely closure of variations and final accounts while promoting a strong cash-focused culture.
• Manage and develop a small finance team, ensuring accurate billing and effective financial controls.
• Deliver detailed financial analysis, commentary and reporting against budgets, forecasts and operational performance.
• Prepare and manage month-end reporting packs, cash flow forecasts, budgets and strategic plans for Group submission.
• Build strong relationships across operational, commercial and finance teams to support strategic decision-making and continuous improvement.
• Ensure compliance with Group policies, processes and best practice standards.

Key Experience and Knowledge

• Qualified (ACA, CIMA, ACCA)
• Previous experience in this role within a Projects based Engineering, Construction or facilities industry
• Deadline driven accounts Group reporting experience
• Excellent Excel skills and systems understanding
• Experience of implementation of finance systems or change projects