Finance Manager

An established and growing organisation is seeking an experienced Finance Manager to lead its Finance and Business Services function and play a key role in strategic decision-making and operational improvement. This is a senior leadership role, responsible for providing high-quality financial advice, driving business performance, and overseeing a portfolio of support services.

The Role:

Reporting to the MD you will:
Act as a trusted advisor to the Senior Leadership Team Lead financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and statutory reporting Drive continuous improvement and act as a change agent across business services Ensure strong governance, compliance, and financial control across the organisation Manage and develop multi-disciplinary teams

Key Responsibilities:

Finance Full responsibility for financial and management accounting, budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow Production of monthly management accounts and performance reporting Preparation of year-end statutory accounts and liaison with external auditors Tax planning and compliance (VAT, corporation tax, payroll-related reporting) Oversight of accounting systems and internal financial controls Lead long-term financial planning including five-year forecasts Leadership & Management Lead and develop the Finance and Business Services teams Create and maintain robust financial and business services policies Prepare and present clear financial reports, budgets, forecasts, and investment appraisals Identify efficiencies, improve processes, and enhance productivity Ensure all regulatory, legal, and tax obligations are met

About You:

Essential Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA) Degree-qualified or equivalent Strong management accounting background with senior-level experience Proven track record of leading teams and managing performance Experience contributing to strategic planning and business transformation Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills Strong knowledge of UK financial and tax regulations Advanced Excel skills and strong Microsoft Office capability Personal Attributes Commercially minded with strong analytical skills Confident decision-maker with high attention to detail Collaborative leadership style with the ability to influence at senior level Proactive, adaptable, and improvement-focused High levels of integrity and professionalism