Finance Manager

Description:

Finance Manager

Location: Office-based daily (9:00am - 5:00pm, Monday to Friday) This role requires regular on-site collaboration and is not suitable for flexible or remote working
Reporting to: Group CFO

Are you an experienced finance professional looking for a varied role where you can make a real impact? We're looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Finance Manager to join our clients finance team, working alongside another Finance Manager to support a diverse portfolio of businesses. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys both hands-on financial control and process improvement, with the chance to work closely with senior leadership and contribute to the ongoing development of the finance function.

As Finance Manager, you'll share responsibility for the financial management of multiple companies, ensuring accurate reporting, strong financial controls, and effective support for the wider business. You'll work collaboratively with your Finance Manager counterpart, providing mutual cover, sharing responsibilities, and driving continuous improvement across the department.

Key Responsibilities

Prepare timely and accurate monthly management accounts and reporting packs.
Provide meaningful financial reporting and analysis to the management team.
Manage financial control across multiple group companies.
Reconcile and control intercompany transactions.
Oversee cash management and cashflow across all entities.
Support Directors with financial information and business requirements.
Prepare and submit VAT returns and Intrastat reporting.
Liaise with external accountants regarding year-end accounts and corporation/directors' tax matters.
Identify opportunities to improve and formalise finance processes and controls.
Support the ongoing development and efficiency of the finance department.
Work collaboratively with the second Finance Manager to ensure seamless cover, shared responsibilities, and internal auditing of processes.The person:

You'll be an organised, motivated finance professional who enjoys working in a collaborative environment and takes pride in delivering accurate, high-quality financial information.

You'll ideally have:

AAT qualification or be part-qualified ACCA or CIMA (qualified by experience candidates will also be considered).
Strong financial accounting and management reporting experience.
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
Outstanding written and verbal communication skills.
The ability to build positive working relationships across all levels of the business.
A proactive, self-motivated approach with excellent organisational and time management skills.
A continuous improvement mindset and a passion for developing efficient finance processes.
A collaborative, team-focused attitude.What this role offers

A varied and rewarding Finance Manager role supporting multiple businesses.
Close collaboration with the Group CFO and senior leadership team.
The opportunity to influence and improve finance processes.
A supportive team environment with shared responsibilities and knowledge.
Long-term career development within a growing business.If you're looking for a role where your expertise will be valued and you'll have the opportunity to make a genuine difference to a growing group of businesses, we'd love to hear from you