Robert Half are pleased to be partnering with a rapidly expanding organisation to recruit a hands-on Finance Manager. This role suits someone who enjoys getting into the detail, thrives in a fast-paced SME environment and takes pride in developing a team and improving processes. The business is looking for an energetic, enthusiastic finance leader with advanced Excel skills and experience working with large data sets. Power BI knowledge is a strong plus.
The Role
You will lead the day-to-day operations of the finance team, ensuring the delivery of accurate and timely financial information for internal and external stakeholders. Responsibilities include:
* Leading, coaching and developing the finance team
* Ownership of monthly financial reporting across multiple entities
* Overseeing transactional and management accounting with strong financial controls
* Acting as the finance lead between operational systems and Xero
* Approving client invoicing and ensuring billing accuracy
* Managing banking processes including payment approvals
* Producing cashflow analysis and rolling forecasts
* Overseeing VAT returns and broader HMRC compliance
* Supporting budgeting, forecasting and year-end audit requirements
* Driving process improvements and system efficiency
* Delivering regular and ad hoc financial analysis
About You
* Advanced Excel skills and comfortable handling large data sets
* Power BI experience is advantageous
* Confident managing and developing a finance team
* Hands-on, proactive and comfortable working in the detail
* Strong communicator with energy and enthusiasm
* Highly organised, accurate and deadline-driven
* Ideally CIMA/ACCA qualified (or equivalent experience)
* Experience with Xero or similar ERP systems is beneficial
Why Apply?
* Highly varied, hands-on role with real influence
* Hybrid working pattern: 3 days in the office, 2 from home
* Opportunity to shape the finance function of a growing business
* Supportive environment that encourages continuous improvement
If you’re an Excel whizz with strong leadership skills and want a role where you can genuinely make an impact, we’d welcome your application.
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