Finance Manager

Description:

Location: Cheltenham (Hybrid)

Salary: Competitive + excellent benefits

Type: Permanent

Sector: Growing Service/Commercial Environment

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a talented Finance Manager to join a well‑established and growing business based in Cheltenham. This role is ideal for an ambitious finance professional looking to step into a position with genuine ownership, visibility, and progression.

About the Role

As Finance Manager, you will take responsibility for the day‑to‑day financial operations and month-end accounts reporting to a Group Financial Controller.

Key responsibilities include:

Leading the month‑end process and producing accurate management accounts
Managing budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning cycles
Providing insightful commentary on performance and variances
Supporting the development of processes, controls, and reporting frameworks
Business partnering with operational and commercial teams
Overseeing cashflow, balance sheet integrity, and key financial KPIs
Supervising and developing of one member of staff This is a broad, hands‑on role offering a great mix of financial control and commercial exposure, would suit a Management Accountant taking a step up or an experienced Finance Manager.

About You

We're looking for someone who is:

Fully qualified or Finalist (ACCA / CIMA / ACA)
Experienced in management accounting, financial control, or finance leadership
Strong on analysis, organisation, and improving processes
Confident partnering with non‑finance stakeholders
Ambitious, proactive, and ready to take ownership of a finance function
What's on Offer?

Competitive salary package
Hybrid working based in Cheltenham
Clear progression and professional development
Opportunity to work closely with senior leadership
A supportive and collaborative team culture
The chance to make meaningful impact in a growing business

What you need to do now

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