At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead regional finance activities and drive performance in a dynamic construction environment.
- Company: Join Story Contracting, an award-winning infrastructure and construction business with a collaborative culture.
- Benefits: Excellent salary, car allowance, bonus, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Fast-paced environment with a focus on continuous improvement and team development.
- Why this job: Make a significant impact on financial strategy and support sustainable growth in a thriving company.
- Qualifications: Fully qualified accountant with senior finance leadership experience, preferably in construction or engineering.
The predicted salary is between 70000 - 90000 £ per year.
Story Contracting is a privately owned, award-winning infrastructure and construction business operating across the UK. With an outstanding reputation for delivery, safety, and long-term client partnerships, the business continues to grow across its core divisions of Energy, Transport, and Construction. The organisation is widely recognised for its collaborative culture, operational excellence, and commitment to continuous improvement.
This is a pivotal senior leadership appointment within the business. The Head of Finance (North) will lead all regional finance activity, ensuring robust financial control, high-quality reporting, and effective business partnering to support operational and commercial decision-making. Working closely with the regional leadership team, you will play a key role in driving performance, strengthening governance, and supporting sustainable, profitable growth.
Key Responsibilities:- Lead and develop the regional finance team, fostering a high-performance culture
- Oversee budgeting and forecasting processes across the region
- Provide clear, insightful analysis of trading performance, highlighting risks and opportunities
- Deliver strong financial control and governance frameworks
- Partner with operational and commercial leaders to influence strategic decisions
- Drive continuous improvement in finance processes, systems, and reporting
- Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)
- Proven experience in a senior finance leadership role within a complex or project-based environment
- Background in construction, civil engineering, or engineering strongly preferred
- Strong commercial acumen with the ability to influence operational decision-making
- Demonstrable expertise in financial control, reporting, forecasting, and performance analysis
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the confidence to challenge at senior level
- Proven leadership capability, including team development and performance management
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and drive continuous improvement
An excellent salary and benefits package is available, reflecting the significance of this role and the calibre of candidate sought.
Head of Finance (North) in Blantyre employer: Lusona Consultancy (Financial) Limited
Story Contracting Ltd is an exceptional employer, renowned for its collaborative culture and commitment to operational excellence within the infrastructure and construction sector. Employees benefit from a supportive work environment that prioritises professional growth, offering opportunities for leadership development and continuous improvement. With a strong focus on safety and long-term client partnerships, working at Story Contracting not only provides competitive remuneration but also the chance to contribute to meaningful projects across the UK.
Contact Details:
Lusona Consultancy (Financial) Limited Recruitment Team
