Finance Manager

Posted 04 March 2026
Salary £500 - 600 per day
LocationCheshire
Job type Contract - Full Time
Job duration12 Months
Discipline Highways, Transport & Infrastructure
ReferenceJO0000064988

Job description

An experienced Finance Manager is required to support a major Highways Framework programme. Our clients offices are based in Cheshire and this is a 12-month contract opportunity offering a competitive day rate of £500-£600 (Inside IR35) with an immediate start.
You will play a key role in providing financial leadership and control across a highways maintenance and construction environment, supporting operational delivery teams and ensuring robust financial governance across the framework.
 
Key Responsibilities
·Lead financial management and reporting across the Framework
·Provide commercial and financial insight to operational teams
·Manage budgeting, forecasting, and cost control processes
·Ensure accurate month-end reporting and financial compliance
·Support senior stakeholders with performance analysis and strategic decision-making
·Maintain strong financial governance and risk management controls
 
Essential Requirements
·CIMA qualified or relevant equivalent
·Proven experience operating as a Finance Manager within construction or infrastructure
·Strong financial reporting and forecasting expertise
·Ability to work within an operational, project-based environment
·Available for immediate start
 
Desirable Experience
·Highways maintenance or construction sector exposure
·Experience working on framework contracts
·Strong stakeholder engagement skills across operational and commercial teams
 
What's on Offer
·£500-£600 per day
·12-month contract
·Inside IR35
·Immediate start (Monday)
·Opportunity to work on a significant regional highways framework
Rate is dependent on experience - for more information please click APPLY NOW or call Luke Clifford on 02393876011