We are recruiting a Finance Manager to establish and lead the finance function within a growing SME engineering business. This is a rare opportunity to build a finance department from the ground up, taking ownership of accounting, financial reporting, payroll and operational finance while working closely with senior leadership to support business growth. Finance Manager Job Description We are seeking an experienced Finance Manager to establish and lead the finance function within an SME engineering-focused organisation. This is a foundational role where you will take ownership of all financial operations from the ground up, managing transactional responsibilities while simultaneously building the infrastructure for future team expansion. The Finance Manager will serve as the primary finance and operational leader, overseeing accounting, financial reporting, budgeting, and human resources administration. Your Finance Manager expertise will be critical in creating robust financial systems, ensuring compliance, and providing strategic insights to support business growth in the engineering sector. Finance Manager Key Responsibilities: Manage all transactional accounting functions including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll processing, and general ledger maintenance Prepare and present monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and reports to leadership Develop and monitor budgets, forecasts, and cash flow projections to support business planning Establish ..... full job details .....