Full time Contract Temporary

Finance Manager

Sheridan Maine London

Andover, Hampshire, SP10 1DF

£250 - £350 per hour

Posted: 04 August 2026 (Today)

Closing date: 03 September 2026

Ref: 60574700

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About the Role

A Finance Manager is required for a long-term temporary contract in Andover, paying £250-£350 per hour. This full-time position suits a qualified accountant seeking to lead financial operations within an established organisation. The role involves maintaining precise records, overseeing month-end and year-end closures, and delivering reporting that supports commercial decisions. Strong technical expertise, analytical rigour, and the ability to collaborate across departments are essential. The successful candidate will also drive process enhancements and provide insightful performance analysis. This contract offers a competitive hourly rate and the chance to contribute meaningfully to business outcomes. Applications are welcomed from experienced professionals ready to assume responsibility promptly.

FINANCE MANAGER | ANDOVER | £50,000-£60,000
Sheridan Maine are recruiting for an experienced and motivated Finance Manager to join an established business in Andover on a long term contract basis. This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified accountant who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and wants to play a key role in delivering accurate financial reporting, supporting business performance, and driving continuous improvement.
The successful candidate will have strong technical accounting knowledge, excellent analytical skills, and the ability to build effective relationships across the business.
Key duties of the role include:

Prepare and maintain accurate financial records in accordance with relevant accounting standards
Manage month end and year end close processes, including journals, reconciliations and reporting
Produce timely and accurate management information and financial statements
Support budgeting, forecasting and variance analysis
Monitor cash flow and provide financial insight to support business decisions
Reconcile balance sheet accounts and maintain the integrity of the general ledger
Assist with statutory reporting, tax compliance, and external audits
Maintain and improve financial controls, processes, and systems
Work closely with operational teams to analyse costs and improve financial performance
Support finance projects and process improvement initiatives as required

The successful candidate will have the following skills and experience:

ACCA, ACA, or CIMA qualified accountant
Strong knowledge of financial reporting and accounting principles
Experience of ERP systems (Microsoft Dynamics AX or similar would be advantageous)
Advanced Excel skills
Excellent attention to detail and strong analytical skills
Able to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a busy environment
Confident communicator with the ability to work collaboratively across departments

If you’re passionate about this position or are keen to hear more, please click on “apply” as soon as possible.
You are required to be eligible to work in the UK full time without restriction.
Due to the high volume of applications we receive it is not always possible to respond to unsuccessful applicants. Therefore, if we have not responded to your application within five days please assume that on this occasion your application has not been successful.

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