Are you an experienced finance professional ready to take ownership of a busy, high-growth, SME''s finance function? Our Gloucester-based engineering services business is looking for a hands-on, commercially minded Finance Manager to join our leadership team and support the next stage of our growth. About Us Hays Senior Finance is exclusively partnering with a well-established service and engineering business with a strong reputation for quality, reliability, and long-term customer partnerships. As we continue to expand their operations across the region, they are strengthening their internal functions to ensure robust financial control, clearer visibility, and smarter decision-making. The Role Reporting directly to senior leadership, you will oversee all day-to-day finance operations and play a key role in driving performance, supporting operational managers, and ensuring financial integrity across the business. Key Responsibilities: Lead and manage the finance function, including month-end, budgeting, and forecastingProduce accurate management accounts with insightful commentaryOversee cashflow management and working capital performanceMaintain strong financial controls, processes, and compliancePartner with operational and engineering teams to support decision-makingManage payroll, VAT returns, balance-sheet reconciliations, and statutory requirementsLead continuous improvement across systems and reportingSupport strategic projects and growth initiatives About You We are ..... full job details .....