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