Rutherford Cross is pleased to be partnering with a leading, family-owned construction business based in Stirling to recruit for the newly created position of Group Finance Manager. Reporting to an experienced and highly respected Group Financial Controller, this is a rare opportunity to join a highly successful organisation in a broad and impactful role, offering significant exposure to leadership and a wide range of responsibilities.

We are seeking to engage with professionally qualified accountants (ICAS, ACCA, or CIMA). Applications are welcome from individuals currently working in industry who are looking for a fresh challenge, as well as those considering a first move from practice. Experience within large group structures or family-owned businesses would be advantageous.

The core purpose of this role is to support the Group Financial Controller in overseeing the monthly financial processes of both the group and the holding company. This position offers valuable exposure to group-wide financial reporting and business operations. The successful candidate will collaborate closely with senior members of the finance team and liaise with external auditors, tax advisors, and funding partners.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ownership of the monthly financial reporting process
• Lead involvement in the group’s annual external audit and preparation of statutory accounts
• Cashflow management, including consolidation and reporting of the group’s weekly cashflow forecasts
• Ensure strong internal financial controls and a robust control environment across group entities
• Support the preparation and consolidation of the group budget
• Oversight of group treasury operations
• Manage day-to-day transactional finance activity across the group
• Ensure compliance with all tax obligations, including Corporate Tax, VAT, P11D, and PSA
• Oversee financial management of insurance, rebates, and recharges
• Provide financial modelling and commercial support
• Deliver ad hoc financial analysis as required

For a confidential initial conversation about this opportunity, please contact Harry Young at Rutherford Cross on 07494 280 500 or via email at [email protected].