Head of Finance

Job Title: Head of Finance\\n Location: Milton Keynes\\n Sector: Construction\\n Salary: £50,000 – £65,000\\n\\nAbout Us:\\n\\nOur client are a forward-thinking, people first construction company with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality projects across various sectors. Based in Milton Keynes, they take immense pride not only in the work but also in their culture-where employee wellbeing, development, and support are genuinely at the heart of everything they do.\\n\\nAs they continue to grow, they are now looking for an experienced Head of Finance to join their leadership team and play a pivotal role in shaping the financial direction of the business.\\n\\nRole Overview:\\n\\nAs Head of Finance, you'll lead our finance function with full responsibility for strategic financial planning, reporting, controls, and compliance. You will work closely with the Managing Director and wider senior leadership team to ensure the business remains financially strong, agile, and aligned with our growth ambitions.\\n\\nYour construction finance expertise will be crucial in driving performance across project costing, cash flow forecasting, commercial strategy, and risk management.\\n\\nKey Responsibilities:\\n\\nLead and develop the finance team, fostering a positive, supportive, and high-performance culture.\\n\\nOversee all financial operations including budgeting, forecasting, reporting, payroll, and compliance.\\n\\nProvide accurate and timely financial analysis and insight to support strategic decision-making.\\n\\nEnsure robust project costing, margin analysis, and cash flow forecasting processes are in place.\\n\\nCollaborate closely with project teams to drive financial performance at both site and company level.\\n\\nOwn the production of monthly management accounts and statutory reporting.\\n\\nManage relationships with external auditors, tax advisors, banks, and insurers.\\n\\nMonitor and manage financial risk, ensuring all processes comply with construction-specific financial regulations and standards.\\n\\nChampion financial systems improvements and digital transformation initiatives.\\n\\nRequirements:\\n\\nQualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent).\\n\\nProven experience in a senior finance role within the construction industry is essential.\\n\\nStrong understanding of project accounting, WIP reporting, subcontractor payments, and CIS.\\n\\nCommercially astute with the ability to influence decision-making at a strategic level.\\n\\nExcellent leadership and people management skills.\\n\\nTech-savvy with experience implementing or improving finance systems.\\n\\nStrong communicator who thrives in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.\\n\\nWhy work for them?\\n\\nWork for a values-driven company that puts employee wellbeing first.\\n\\nEnjoy a collaborative culture that values balance, flexibility, and personal growth.\\n\\nBe part of a growing business with the opportunity to shape the future of the finance function.\\n\\nAttractive salary and benefits package including wellbeing initiatives, regular team events, and professional development support.\\n\\nReady to take your next step with a business that genuinely cares?\\n\\nApply today and help shape the future of a company where your contribution-and your wellbeing-truly matter