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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