Full job descriptionFINANCE MANAGER (PART-QUALIFIED ACA)

A specialist outsourced finance function provider, is currently seeking an ambitious and commercially minded part-qualified accountant to join the team on an initial 3-month contract, with the possibility to extend beyond this.

Working across a portfolio of growing client businesses, this role offers the opportunity to gain hands-on exposure to finance transformation projects, process improvement initiatives, and commercial finance support within fast-paced and entrepreneurial environments.

Working closely alongside an experienced CFO, you will receive ongoing mentorship, strategic guidance, and hands-on support throughout the assignment. This role would suit someone who enjoys problem-solving, thrives in evolving environments, and is excited by the opportunity to create structure and efficiency where it currently does not exist.

This job is initially office-based five days per week.


FINANCE MANAGER ROLE:
*Support the transformation and development of finance functions
*Design and improve key finance processes including purchase-to-pay, order-to-cash, and month-end reporting procedures
*Build and implement meaningful management reporting packs and board-level financial reporting
*Work extensively with Sage, identifying process limitations and supporting improvements to create scalable finance infrastructure
*Assist with the introduction of automation and AI-driven solutions to reduce manual finance processes and improve reporting efficiency
*Partner closely with operational and sales teams to provide commercially focused financial insight and support pricing decisions
*Establish robust financial controls, governance procedures, and reporting frameworks
*Support budgeting, forecasting, reconciliations, and wider finance operations as required
*Work collaboratively with senior finance leadership and wider stakeholders to drive finance transformation initiatives
*Operate confidently within businesses where processes are still developing, helping bring structure, organisation, and efficiency
WHY THIS ROLE STANDS OUT:
*Opportunity to genuinely shape and modernise finance functions rather than simply maintain them
*Exposure to a variety of client environments and commercial challenges through an outsourced finance model
*Direct mentorship and support from an experienced CFO
*Hands-on exposure to finance transformation, automation, commercial finance, and operational improvement
*Collaborative and entrepreneurial working environments within growing businesses
*Excellent development opportunity for a part-qualified accountant looking to accelerate their career
*Initial 3-month contract with strong potential for extension up to 12 months as client requirements evolve and grow
FINANCE MANAGER ESSENTIALS:
*Part-qualified ACA / ICAEW accountant is essential
*Previous experience within a finance or accounting role, ideally within a fast-paced commercial environment
*Strong Sage experience is essential, including confidence using and configuring the system within a growing business environment
*Experience using Xero would be highly advantageous
*Strong process improvement mindset with the ability to identify inefficiencies and implement practical solutions
*Comfortable working within ambiguity and building processes where limited structure currently exists
*Enthusiastic about automation, AI tools, and modern approaches to finance operations
*Confident communicator with the ability to build strong working relationships across finance and non-finance teams
*Highly organised with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively
*Self-motivated and proactive, with the confidence to take ownership and drive tasks forward independently
*Strong Microsoft Excel skills and overall systems confidence
*Professional, adaptable, and solutions-focused approach