We're working with a multi-award-winning engineering specialist based in Manchester who are seeking a a hands-on Finance Manager, positioned as succession planning for the Finance Director who plans to retire within the next 12 months. Turnover has doubled in the last 2 years to £18m, with a clear roadmap and orderbook to achieve £25m in the next 12–24 months. Key Responsibilities Deliver monthly management accounts, budgets, and forecasts Drive insight through financial reporting and analysis for senior leaders. Construction, Engineering, or Job Costing experience would be beneficial, although not essential Manage cash flow, balance sheet, and P&L integrity Handle credit control, payment runs, VAT returns, and payroll liaison Build financial dashboards and implement KPIs Lead on systems/process improvement and automation Identify and deliver cost-saving initiatives Act as a key advisor to the FD and support succession planning About You Qualified accountant (ACCA, CIMA, ACA or equivalent), or a highly-skilled QBE 5 years’ experience in commercial finance or management accounting Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, SME or project-led environment Strong financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting skills Commercially astute with excellent Excel/reporting tool capability Detail-oriented, proactive, and a strong communicator Sage 50 experience preferred but not essential Construction, Engineering, or Job Costing experience would be beneficial, although not essential Benefits £55,000 - £60,000 salary Annual bonus 22 days holiday, rising to 26 with service plus bank holidays Pension scheme Life cover Vibrant, newly built head office workspace Chance to be part of a rapidly growing, people-focused business