Finance Manager

Are you a commercially minded finance professional looking for a role where you can have genuine influence on a growing business? We''re partnering with a profitable and ambitious SME that is investing heavily in its people, systems and future growth. This is an exciting opportunity for a Finance Manager to take ownership of the finance function and become a trusted partner to senior leadership, helping shape strategy, improve performance and support continued expansion. This is far more than a traditional reporting role. You''ll combine strong financial control with commercial insight, working closely with operational leaders to provide meaningful analysis, challenge decision-making and help drive business success. The Role Reporting directly to the Finance Director, you''ll lead the day-to-day finance function, ensuring accurate reporting, robust controls and actionable financial insight across the business. You''ll also have the opportunity to enhance systems, streamline processes and develop a high-performing finance team. Key Responsibilities Lead the monthly management accounts and month-end reporting process. Maintain strong financial controls and balance sheet integrity. Partner with operational stakeholders to provide commercial insight and support business decisions. Support cash flow forecasting and working capital management Manage, mentor and develop the finance team. Assist with budgeting, forecasting and variance analysis. Oversee VAT returns, ledgers, ..... full job details .....