Delta HV

Role Overview We are seeking a detail-oriented, commercially-minded Assistant Finance Manager to join our finance team on a full-time basis. This mid-level management position bridges the gap between operational staff and senior leadership, ensuring accurate financial reporting and robust internal controls. You will play a key role in driving process improvements and translating complex financial data into actionable insights for non-finance stakeholders. Key Responsibilities Financial Reporting: Lead the month-end closure process and prepare comprehensive management reporting packs for senior leadership. Construction Compliance: Manage and submit monthly CIS (Construction Industry Scheme) returns and ensure subcontractor compliance. Project Costing: Monitor project budgets, track costs against estimates using Procore, and provide detailed variance analysis for site and project managers. Operational Oversight: Supervise day-to-day finance functions, including purchase/sales ledgers, accruals, prepayments, and fixed asset registers. Compliance & Tax: Prepare VAT returns and ensure all accounting activities comply with local and national regulatory standards. Budgeting & Forecasting: Support the planning and execution of organizational budgets and cash flow forecasting. Team Leadership: Mentor and supervise junior finance staff (e.g., Accounts Assistants), fostering a high-performance team culture. Process Improvement: Identify and implement efficiencies within financial workflows and systems. Required Skills & Qualifications Experience: At least 4 years of experience within a similar role. Experience within the construction industry is highly preferable; background in financial services is also a plus. Education & Professional Qualification: Educated to A-Level standard and AAT qualified / Part Qualified ACA/ACCA/CIMA (preferable). Technical Expertise: PC literate and an expert user of Microsoft Office (specifically Excel, Word, and Power BI). Software Knowledge: Previous experience using Xero and Xero Payroll is required; experience with Procore is highly preferable. Communication: Strong interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills. Personal Attributes: Self-motivated, dedicated, driven, confident, and a dedicated team player. Delivery: Proven ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines. Typical Benefits Competitive salary (commensurate with experience). Additional annual leave entitlement (above statutory minimum). Cycle to Work scheme. Standard Workplace Pension scheme