nmcn work in partnership and collaboration with our customers, to deliver major built environment and critical national infrastructure projects across the UK. Our specialist engineering and construction teams bring multi-sector innovation and technical skill - from building and highways, to large-scale water networks and treatment plants.

Our people are at the heart of everything we do, and our central service support teams are on hand to provide the necessary support and guidance. You don't have to wear a hard hat to have a positive impact here. Our central service functions range from ICT and Procurement to HR and Communications ensuring the seamless integration across our business.

We are looking to recruit a Commercial Accountant to work out of our Head Office in Huthwaite, Nottinghamshire. The successful candidate will support the finance team to ensure the delivery of business objectives through the provision and interpretation of key management information.

What you'll be doing day to day

• Working closely with commercial colleagues to review contract performance across the Group
• Understanding the drivers behind revenue and cost forecasts on the Group's contracts and summarising for senior Finance colleagues
• Assisting with the monthly contract results reporting process to ensure accurate and timely data is provided
• Providing critical input into the monthly re-forecasting and annual business planning processes
• Ensuring strong and consistent application of financial controls across the Group's operational business units
• Driving cash collection and best practice credit control activities within the business units
• Supporting systems development projects, in collaboration with IT, commercial and operational colleagues
• Training and supporting commercial teams to promote the importance of financial and accounting requirements
• Providing support to the business units in respect of tax and legislative requirements such as VAT and CIS
• Appraising financial controls / processes and liaising with the internal audit function
• Undertaking other tasks as requested by the Chief Financial Officer and Group Financial Controller to assist in the smooth running of the department
• An element of travel will be required for this role due to the need to engage with colleagues based at regional offices and sites

The experience we're looking for in a candidate

• Qualified ACA/ACCA/CIMA with 3+ years post qualification experience
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel
• Extensive experience working with non-financial colleagues and bridging the gap to the Finance function
• Construction/Engineering experience is highly desirable
• Excellent attention to detail

The personal attributes we're looking for in a candidate

• Desire to understand and promote the Company purpose, vision, values and culture
• Trustworthy and ethical approach, exercising discretion where required
• Organised, structured and professional, with a passion for excellence
• Flexibility, resilience and the ability to influence and build relationships at all levels
• Experience in a fast-paced, national and multi-site business
• Ability to communicate effectively and work with both financial and non-financial colleagues

What we can offer you

• Competitive Salary
• 5% pension contribution
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Holiday trading scheme
• Perks at work scheme (discount from high street retailers)
• Private Medical Insurance
• Free eye test vouchers
• Employee share scheme
• 3 x salary Life assurance
• Free Parking
• Flexible Working