- Salary: £45000 - £50000 per annum + Growing Company + Stability
- Type: Full Time
- Region: UK - East
- Town/City: Peterborough, Cambridgeshire
- Posted: 22/07/2026
- Reference: BBBH26000_1784735756
Finance Manager
Peterborough
£45,000 - £50,000 + 5% Pension + Stability + Growing Business + Long-Term Progression + Immediate Start
Are you an experienced Finance Manager looking for a role where you can genuinely influence the direction of a growing engineering business? Join a well-established manufacturer investing heavily in growth and product development, where you'll work closely with senior leadership and take full ownership of the finance function.
This is a fantastic opportunity to become a key part of a successful business, leading financial operations while driving improvements across reporting, cash flow, controls and business performance. If you're looking for a stable, long-term finance manager role where your work will have a real impact, this is the role for you.
Your Role As A Finance Manager Will Include
- Leading the finance function across the business.
- Preparing monthly management accounts, board reports and financial forecasts.
- Managing payroll, pensions, VAT and statutory compliance.
- Developing cash flow forecasts and improving working capital.
- Managing audits, insurance, banking relationships and financial controls.
- Leading and developing the finance team.
- Producing profitability analysis and supporting strategic business decisions.
- Working extensively with Sage 50 and Excel.
- Office based in Peterborough & Gainsborough
The Successful Finance Manager Will Have
- Previous experience as a Finance Manager, Financial Controller or Senior Management Accountant.
- Strong experience using Sage 50 / Sage Line 50.
- Excellent Excel and financial reporting skills.
- Experience managing payroll, VAT, budgets and cash flow.
- Strong leadership skills with experience managing finance teams.
- Manufacturing or engineering experience would be advantageous.
- Commutable to Peterborough.
Keywords
Finance Manager, Financial Controller, Management Accountant, Finance Business Partner, Company Accountant, Sage 50, Sage Line 50, Payroll, VAT, Cash Flow, Management Accounts, Financial Reporting, Engineering, Manufacturing, Peterborough, Gainsborough,
Finance Manager employer: The Construction Index Ltd
The Construction Index Ltd is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment in the heart of London where innovation meets collaboration. With a strong focus on employee growth, we provide extensive professional development opportunities and flexible working arrangements that promote a healthy work-life balance. Join us to lead impactful infrastructure projects while enjoying competitive benefits and being part of a supportive team dedicated to excellence in planning and environmental management.
Contact Details:
The Construction Index Ltd Recruitment Team