Finance Manager

Location: Southend-On-Sea

Finance Manager

Location:

Sleaford Salary: £45,000 - £50,000 Recruiter: RP Recruitment RP Recruitment is proud to be working with a professional and growing private equity backed group to recruit a Finance Manager . This is a key role within a values-led, multi-site business where high-quality financial insight directly supports operational excellence and long-term growth. Working closely with the Finance Director, you will take ownership of month-end reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis, providing clarity, control, and commercial insight across the group.

This opportunity would suit a qualified accountant moving from practice , or an experienced Management Accountant with full P&L and balance sheet responsibility.

The Role – Finance Manager Month-End & Reporting Lead the month-end close process, producing accurate management accounts and variance analysis Own balance sheet reconciliations, accruals, prepayments, intercompany and supplier accounts Manage and reconcile key funding streams, including government and sector-specific funding Budgeting, Forecasting & Analysis Drive the annual budgeting process and rolling forecasts alongside senior stakeholders Deliver meaningful financial analysis across revenue, pricing, funding, and costs Identify trends, risks, and opportunities to support informed decision-making Maintain and manage the Fixed Asset Register Statutory Accounts, Audit & Compliance Support year-end statutory accounts and audit preparation Act as a key contact for auditors and external advisors Strengthen internal controls and promote best financial practice Cash Flow & Business Partnering Monitor cash flow and working capital Partner with budget holders to improve financial understanding and accountability Develop and report on financial and non-financial KPIs Provide ad hoc analysis to drive operational and commercial improvements About You ACCA / CIMA qualified or finalist Minimum 3 years’ experience in a management accounting role Strong Excel and analytical skills with a commercial mindset High attention to detail with the ability to manage competing deadlines Confident communicator, able to challenge constructively and work collaboratively