Finance Manager

Finance Manager

Location: ChesterfieldSalary: Up to £45,000Type: Full-time, Permanent

Reed Finance are partnering with a long-established, family-run SME with a strong reputation built on trust, quality, and long-term relationships. As the business continues to grow, it is seeking to appoint an experienced Finance Manager to take ownership of the finance function and act as a trusted advisor to the senior leadership team.

This is a hands-on, office-based role offering genuine influence over the financial health and future direction of the business, within a close-knit and supportive working environment.

The Role

Reporting directly to senior leadership, the Finance Manager will be responsible for the day-to-day management of the company's finances, while also contributing to strategic and commercial decision-making.

Key responsibilities include:

• Overseeing daily financial operations, including reporting, cash flow management, budgeting, and forecasting
• Producing accurate and timely monthly management accounts and financial statements
• Ensuring full compliance with statutory requirements, including VAT, Corporation Tax, PAYE, and Companies House filings
• Leading the year-end process and acting as the primary point of contact for external auditors and advisors
• Supporting strategic decision-making through detailed financial analysis, forecasting, and reporting
• Maintaining strong internal controls and driving continuous improvement across financial systems and processes
• Providing clear financial reporting and presentations to the senior leadership team
• Overseeing payroll activities, whether managed in-house or via external providers
• Identifying, assessing, and mitigating financial risks within the business
• Leading finance-led projects, including system upgrades and process improvements
• Contributing to commercial decisions through financial modelling, scenario analysis, and business case development

Skills & Experience

To be successful in this role, the individual will bring strong technical expertise alongside a commercial and pragmatic mindset.

The ideal candidate will have:

• Proven experience in a similar senior finance role
• Strong technical accounting knowledge and experience with financial reporting
• A track record of producing statutory accounts and managing audit processes
• Commercial awareness with the ability to influence business decisions
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with confidence engaging senior stakeholders
• Advanced Excel capabilities and experience with accounting systems (such as Sage, Xero, Quick Books, or ERP platforms)
• The ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and perform effectively under pressure
• A high level of attention to detail and a strong commitment to financial accuracy

What's On Offer

• The opportunity to join a values-led, family-run business where people genuinely matter
• A visible and influential role with real ownership and autonomy
• A stable, long-term opportunity with scope to shape and enhance the finance function
• A supportive leadership team and collaborative working environment
• A competitive salary of up to £45,000

If you are seeking a hands-on finance leadership role within a growing SME where their contribution will be valued then apply now to be considered.