Finance Manager

Strong hands-on project finance and cost control expertise

• Deep understanding of contracting cash flow and margin management

• Practical knowledge of construction contracts (FIDIC preferred)

• Commercial mindset with strong attention to detail

• Ability to operate independently and make fast, informed decisions

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field

• Professional qualification (CA / CPA / ACCA / CMA) preferred

• 10–15 years of experience in construction contracting finance

• Proven experience managing multiple live projects in a mid-size contractor

• Middle East contracting experience preferred

The Finance Manager – Contracting Division is responsible for end-to-end financial control of the contracting business, with direct ownership of project cost control, billing, cash flow, and financial reporting. The role is hands-on and commercially driven, working closely with Project Directors and Operations to protect margins, accelerate cash collections, and manage financial risk across live projects.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

1.Project Financial Control

• Own financial performance of all live contracting projects

• Establish and control project budgets, cost tracking, and cost-to-complete forecasts

• Monitor margins, overhead recovery, and project profitability on a real-time basis

• Intervene early on cost overruns and margin slippage

• Review cost to complete with budgets and highlight variance to management/ CEO

• Monitor uncertified work on monthly basis for prompt billing and clearance.

• Highlight all long outstanding uncertified work to management/ CEO

2.Billing, Claims & Cash Flow

• Drive timely submission of interim payment applications, variations, and final accounts

• Closely track certifications, invoicing, collections, and retention recovery

• Support financial evaluation of variations, claims, and prolongation costs

• Maintain rolling project cash flow forecasts and funding visibility

3.Commercial & Contract Support

• Review contract terms impacting cash flow, penalties, retentions, and claims exposure

• Support negotiations on variations, settlements, and dispute resolutions

• Ensure financial alignment between main contracts and subcontract agreements

4Financial Reporting & Governance

• Prepare concise monthly project and divisional financial reports for management

• Ensure accurate WIP, accruals, and provisions with minimal reliance on head office layers

• Maintain practical internal controls suitable for a mid-size contracting environment

• Coordinate audits and statutory reporting with external advisors

5 Budgeting, Forecasting & Tender Support

• Lead annual budgets and quarterly forecasts for the contracting division

• Review tender pricing, margin assumptions, and cash flow profiles

• Highlight financial risks and downside scenarios in bids

6Leadership & Business Partnering

• Lead a lean finance team supporting projects and head office

• Act as a trusted financial partner to Operations, Commercial, and Project teams

• Provide clear, actionable financial advice to senior management

7. Risk Management

• Identify financial, contractual, and commercial risks early

• Ensure appropriate provisioning for claims, disputes, and cost overruns

• Strengthen financial discipline and accountability across projects

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