Finance Manager

Description:

I'm working with a well-established and growing service sector business based in Harrogate that is looking to appoint a Finance Manager to join its leadership team. This is a pivotal role within the organisation, taking ownership of the day-to-day finance function while providing strategic financial support to senior management to drive business performance and growth.

This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious finance professional looking to take on a broad and influential role within a dynamic business, offering significant exposure to senior stakeholders and the opportunity to make a real impact.

Key responsibilities will include:

Managing the day-to-day finance function and overseeing a small finance team
Preparing monthly management accounts, financial reports, and board packs
Leading budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management processes
Providing commercial insight and financial analysis to support strategic decision-making
Monitoring business performance and identifying opportunities to improve profitability and operational efficiency
Ensuring robust financial controls, processes, and compliance procedures are maintained
Managing the year-end audit process and liaising with external accountants and auditors
Overseeing balance sheet reconciliations, VAT returns, and statutory reporting requirements
Supporting senior leadership with business planning, investment appraisals, and financial modelling
Driving continuous improvement initiatives across finance systems, reporting, and processes
The client is looking for:

ACA, ACCA, or CIMA qualified accountant
Previous experience in a Finance Manager, Senior Management Accountant, or Finance Business Partner role
Strong management accounting and financial reporting experience

If you're an experienced Finance Manager looking to join a successful service sector organisation where you can combine operational finance leadership with commercial business partnering, this could be the ideal next step in your career