Finance manager

Finance Manager – Strategic Advisory Role Birmingham Package & Benefits Competitive salary: £50,000 – £65,000 25 days holiday bank holidays seasonal closure Pension contributions and paid professional subscriptions Hybrid working and flexible arrangements Free parking and access to a collaborative, high-performing team Real opportunities to grow into senior leadership About the Opportunity We are seeking a Senior Finance Manager to join a dynamic accountancy practice, working with ambitious SMEs across property, construction, and other growth-focused sectors. This is a high-impact, client-facing role for a qualified accountant who thrives on influence, strategic thinking, and delivering measurable business results. In this role, you will be more than a number-cruncher — you will be a trusted financial partner, shaping client decisions, supporting growth strategies, and leading advisory engagements. With a capable team managing compliance and transactional tasks, you can focus on advisory, forecasting, and value creation. This is a rare opportunity to step into a position with autonomy, leadership responsibility, and clear progression into senior and strategic roles. What You’ll Be Doing Client Strategy & Advisory Serve as the primary finance contact for a portfolio of growth-minded clients Lead board and management meetings, providing strategic insight Translate complex financial data into actionable business decisions Drive profitability, cashflow management, and operational efficiency Challenge assumptions and shape client strategy proactively Financial Leadership & Planning Build and maintain integrated forecasts (P&L, cashflow, balance sheet) Lead scenario modelling, stress-testing, and strategic planning Advise clients on funding, investment, and growth initiatives Commercial & Portfolio Management Ensure client engagements are delivered efficiently, within scope, and profitably Develop and strengthen long-term client relationships Identify advisory opportunities and add measurable value Team Leadership & Mentorship Guide, review, and mentor junior finance staff Act as the technical and strategic escalation point Support onboarding of high-value or complex clients What We’re Looking For ACA, ACCA, or CIMA qualified with 8 years’ experience Proven client-facing experience with senior stakeholders or business owners Strategic thinker with strong commercial acumen Confident in challenging clients and influencing decisions Leadership experience, mentoring, or team management Exposure to project-based businesses (construction, property) is desirable Why This Role Is Different Strategic Influence: Be a trusted advisor, not just a financial reporter Autonomy & Ownership: Lead client relationships and shape business outcomes Career Progression: Clear pathway into senior leadership roles Culture: Flexible hybrid working, collaborative team, and genuine support for growth Next Steps This is an exclusive opportunity for a proactive, commercially minded Finance Manager who wants to step into a role with real impact and progression. Submit your CV or contact Dom on 01904 571760 for more information. UK-based candidates only.