Finance Manager
JOB_53784794775426Job type
PermanentLocation
GloucesterWorking Pattern
Flexible Working,Full-timeSpecialism
Senior Finance QualifiedIndustry
EngineeringPay
£55,000 - 65,000
Site Finance Manager - Gloucester - Service engineering business
Finance Manager – Service‑Based Engineering Business (Gloucester)
Salary: £55,000 – £65,000 | Full‑Time | On‑Site
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 forecasting
- Produce accurate management accounts with insightful commentary
- Oversee cashflow management and working capital performance
- Maintain strong financial controls, processes, and compliance
- Partner with operational and engineering teams to support decision‑making
- Manage payroll, VAT returns, balance‑sheet reconciliations, and statutory requirements
- Lead continuous improvement across systems and reporting
- Support strategic projects and growth initiatives
About You
We are looking for a confident, proactive finance professional who enjoys working closely with the business and isn’t afraid to roll up their sleeves.
You will ideally have:
- Experience in an engineering, technical services, maintenance, or similar sector
- A recognised accounting qualification (ACCA/CIMA/ACA) – QBE would be considered
- Strong analytical skills with excellent attention to detail
- The ability to challenge, influence, and communicate clearly across all levels
- A passion for improving processes and driving commercial value
What they Offer
- Competitive salary between £55,000 – £65,000 (depending on experience)
- The chance to make a genuine impact in a growing business
- Autonomy, ownership, and a supportive senior team
- Long‑term development opportunities as the company continues to scale
What you need to do now
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Finance ManagerJOB_537847947754262026-03-022026-05-31
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