Job Description
Finance Manager
* Hybrid (Altrincham HQ, South Manchester)
* £55,000 – £65,000 + Benefits
* Full-time | Permanent
1. Forge Talent is partnering with a growing, fast-paced SME headquartered in South Manchester to recruit a commercially minded Finance Manager. This is a brilliant opportunity to join a business that’s scaling and modernising, where finance plays a central role in supporting strategic decisions.
This is a hands-on role responsible for end-to-end financial operations and leadership of a small team, perfect for someone who thrives in a dynamic environment and is ready to step up into a broader, business-facing position.
Key Responsibilities
2. Lead the production of monthly management accounts (P&L, Balance Sheet, Cashflow), including variance analysis and board commentary
3. Drive budgeting and forecasting processes, working with senior leadership to align finance with commercial targets
4. Full payroll ownership, including all statutory requirements (P11d, P60s, P32s)
5. Oversee employee benefits schemes including pension, healthcare and insurance
6. Ensure tight cost control, challenge spend, and monitor EBITDA performance
7. Lead year-end processes and support external audit and statutory reporting
8. Prepare and...