HW Finance are pleased to be working with a successful PE backed SME in Yorkshire, to recruit a Finance Manager in a newly created position. About the role: This is a varied position, with end to end visibility, involved in financial reporting, monthly management accounts, cashflow management and treasury, and management reporting. You will also manage a small team. You will be no.2 to the Head of Finance, and will be involved in a new transformation programme, looking at streamlining reporting, building dashboards, and creating a new reporting suite for the business for the next phase of their growth. Key Responsibilities: Deliver accurate and timely monthly management accounts Oversee the month end close process, ensuring robust reconciliations and variance analysis Maintain strong balance sheet integrity through regular review and challenge of cost centre performance Own the preparation of statutory accounts, and liaise with external auditors throughout the year end audit process Lead treasury and cash management activities, including forecasting, and liquidity reporting Support the Head of Finance with producing board packs and PE reporting Business partner budget holders, challenging and influencing spend Coach and develop a small team, driving a culture of continuous improvement within the team About You: ACA/ACCA Qualified Strong financial reporting or audit background Experience in process improvement, and used to working in a fast-paced environment Excellent communication skills, with an ability to influence stakeholders at all levels Commercially curious with strong analytical ability PE experience (advantageous) What’s on offer: Competitive salary circa £60-70k (dependent on experience) bonus scheme Key leadership role with exposure to the CFO and Executive board Opportunity to shape the finance transformation journey Clear progression prospects over the next 2-3 years Hybrid working (4 days a week on site)