Finance Manager / Cost Accountant

Finance Manager / Cost Accountant • Location: Craigavon • Job Type: Full-time, Permanent Reed Accountancy & Finance is delighted to be working with a highly successful and reputable Engineering Organisation, with offices based in Craigavon. Our client has an exciting new opportunity for an experienced Finance Manager/ Cost Accountant to join their team. This role focuses on managing applications, valuations, claims, and payment processes to ensure robust cash flow across the organisation. The Finance Manager / Cost Manager will play a pivotal role in maintaining strong working capital performance, maximising cash collection, and supporting the financial stability of projects and the wider business. Day-to-day of the role: • Oversee all applications for payment, valuations, claims, variations, and final accounts across the business. • Prepare, submit, track, and recover customer claims in a timely and accurate manner. • Monitor outstanding debtors and implement proactive measures to accelerate cash collection. • Collaborate with Contract Managers and QS’s to maximise recoverable revenue and minimise payment delays. • Produce and maintain cash flow forecasts, highlighting risks and opportunities to Board of Directors. • Identify and resolve payment disputes, commercial issues, and contract-related challenges. • Develop and improve systems and controls to enhance cash flow performance and working capital management. • Ensure accurate project cost reporting and reconciliation of revenue, costs, and margins. • Analyse project performance and provide meaningful commentary to support business decision-making. • Oversee Supply Chain Manager as point of escalation for supply chain payment issues. • Ensure subcontractors and suppliers are paid accurately and on time, maintaining strong commercial relationships. • Ensure compliance with contractual obligations, company policies, and financial regulations Required Skills & Qualifications: • Significant experience in a senior cost management, commercial management, or financial management role. • Extensive experience managing applications for payment, contract claims, valuations, and final accounts. • Proven ability to manage cash flow and working capital within a project-based environment. • Strong commercial awareness and contract administration experience. • Excellent analytical, negotiation, and problem-solving skills. • Advanced Excel and reporting capabilities. • Strong communication and stakeholder management skills. Desirable: • Experience within construction, engineering, infrastructure, manufacturing, or project-led businesses • Professional qualification such as CIMA, ACCA, ACA, RICS, or equivalent. Benefits: • Starting salary of £45,000- £50,000 dependent on experience • 30 days annual leave including statutory days • Opportunities for professional growth and development. • Dynamic and challenging work environment • Full-time, permanent role Hours of work • Mon to Thur 8am - 4.45pm and Friday 8am - 12.45pm • Onsite role If you would like to be considered for this position, then please apply via the link provided. Alternatively, please feel free to contact Laurence at the Reed Offices directly and in the strictest of confidence. We look forward to hearing from you!