Finance Manager / Finance Controller

Financial Controller / Finance Manager
Knaresborough | £50,000 - £55,000 | Full-Time, Permanent

25 days holiday plus bank holidays | Pension scheme | Death in Service | Free on-site parking and more

Unity Resourcing are delighted to be recruiting for an experienced Financial Controller / Finance Manager to join a successful and growing organisation based in Knaresborough.

This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified finance professional to take ownership of an established finance function while playing a key role in supporting future growth. Reporting into senior leadership, you'll be responsible for financial reporting, controls, budgeting, forecasting and delivering valuable commercial insight to support strategic decision-making.

Working closely with stakeholders across the business, you'll ensure accurate financial reporting, maintain robust controls, drive continuous improvement and develop a small finance team. This role would suit a hands-on individual who enjoys balancing the detail of day-to-day finance with a broader commercial perspective.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing the day-to-day finance function
• Producing monthly management accounts and financial reporting
• Budgeting, forecasting and cashflow management
• Maintaining strong financial controls and reconciliations
• Supporting year-end accounts, audits and statutory reporting
• Developing KPI reporting and management information
• Identifying process improvements and automation opportunities
• Mentoring and supporting junior finance team members
• Partnering with senior stakeholders to support business performance and growth

About You

• ACCA or CIMA or equivalent qualified
• Previous experience in a Financial Controller, Finance Manager or similar role
• Strong management accounting, budgeting and forecasting experience
• Excellent financial control and reconciliation skills
• Advanced Excel and accounting systems knowledge
• Experience leading, mentoring or developing team members
• Able to communicate financial information clearly to both finance and non-finance stakeholders

If you're looking for a role where you can make a genuine impact, take ownership and help shape the future of a growing business, we'd love to hear from you.

To apply, please contact the team at Unity Resourcing today.