Commercial Finance Manager

  • Hays
  • Manchester, Lancashire
  • Dec 24, 2025
Full time Banking Finance

Job Description

Commercial Finance Manager - Manchester - £60000 Hybrid role 1 day a week in the office

Your new company
A leading UK-based construction and infrastructure services provider with a strong reputation for delivering complex projects across sectors such as education, healthcare, commercial, and residential. The business operates nationally, offering end-to-end solutions from design and build to maintenance and facilities management. Known for its commitment to sustainability, innovation, and collaborative working, the company partners with both public and private sector clients to deliver high-quality, cost-effective projects.
Your new role
you will lead financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting for major projects and frameworks, ensuring robust financial oversight across all operations. You will provide commercial insight and analysis to support strategic decision-making while maintaining compliance with financial controls, governance, and reporting standards. Acting as a key partner to operational teams, you will manage project profitability and cash flow, oversee month-end processes, prepare management accounts, and conduct variance analysis. Additionally, you will support bid teams with financial modelling and risk assessment for new projects, while driving continuous improvement in financial processes and reporting.
What you'll need to succeed
Fully qualified accountant ACA, ACCA, CIMA Strong commercial finance experience within construction, infrastructure, or related property.
Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
Proven ability to influence and challenge at senior levels.

What you'll get in return

  • Competitive salary and discretionary bonus.
  • Car allowance or company car.
  • Pension scheme and private healthcare.
  • Career progression opportunities within a leading construction group.
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.
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