Finance Manager - Prime Workforce : Job Details

Job Title: Finance Manager

Location: Ayrshire | Type: Full-Time

Salary: £30,000 to £40,000

Prime Workforce are partnered with an exciting engineering business who are in the market for a Finance Manager.

As Finance Manager, you will naturally be commercially minded; thriving on ownership, structure, and strategic impact. Our client is looking for an experienced individual to take the lead on their entire internal finance function — not just managing the books, but helping to drive the next phase of growth.

This is an excellent opportunity to step into a pivotal role; work closely with senior management, shape financial processes, and provide insights that influence decision-making at the highest level.

Your Role Will Include:

Financial Management & Reporting

• Prepare monthly management accounts with full reconciliations and analysis
• Improve and maintain internal financial controls and reporting processes
• Manage cash flow forecasts, P&L, and balance sheet accuracy
• Analyse variances, monitor costs, and track departmental performance
• Support year-end processes, audits, and external accountant liaison

Budgeting & Strategic Support

• Lead annual budgeting and forecasting cycles
• Develop financial models and scenario planning tools
• Identify risks, opportunities, and strategic levers for growth
• Contribute to funding, grant, and R&D submissions where relevant

Credit & Cash Control

• Oversee accounts receivable/payable
• Enforce credit policies and improve debtor recovery
• Optimise working capital and payment cycles

Compliance & Systems

• Ensure timely VAT, payroll, and HMRC submissions
• Maintain accurate, compliant financial records
• Champion automation and system improvements (Xero, Sage, etc.)

What We’re Looking For:

• Proven experience as a financial controller, finance manager, or senior accountant
• Strong technical understanding of accounting standards and tax compliance
• Proficiency in financial software (Xero, QuickBooks, Sage, Excel)
• Commercially savvy— able to link financials to business performance
• Professionally qualified (AAT, ACCA, CIMA) or qualified by experience

Desirable:

• Experience in an SME or fast-growing business
• Knowledge of cost accounting, stock/inventory systems, or project-based finance
• A process improver who can build structure from the ground up

About Prime Workforce

As part of Prime Trading Group, we are a trusted name in recruitment, connecting talented professionals with leading organisations. Our approach is founded on fairness, integrity, and a commitment to fostering diversity and inclusion in all that we do.

We believe that a diverse workforce drives success, and we strive to create an environment where all individuals can thrive and fulfil their potential.

Prime Workforce is an equal opportunities employer, ensuring equality in employment and fair treatment of all employees in accordance with the 2010 Equality Act.