Your new company A fast-growing, customer-focused sales and marketing organisation based in Lisburn is seeking an experienced Finance Manager to join its leadership team. The business is built on strong values, a commitment to operational excellence and a culture that empowers employees to think like owners. With continued expansion and investment, this is an excellent opportunity to step into a strategic finance role within a dynamic and progressive environment. Your new role As Finance Manager, you will take full responsibility for leading the finance function and ensuring robust financial operations across the organisation. Supported by a Finance Assistant, you will play a key part in driving financial performance, strengthening controls, and providing strategic insight to support growth. You will: Deliver monthly management accounts and lead annual budgeting Manage cash flow, liquidity, forecasting, working capital and stock valuation Analyse company performance including EBITDA, profitability, pricing and cost structures Partner with Sales and Procurement to align financial decision-making with business goals Conduct financial modelling, scenario planning and risk assessment Lead financial audits and manage relationships with auditors Oversee VAT, corporation tax and compliance across NI, GB and ROI Manage payroll across three regions, ensuring accuracy and legal compliance Lead, mentor and develop the Finance Assistant Improve financial reporting systems, processes and internal controls Support business expansion through financial analysis and evaluating funding options Promote a culture of shared success through participation in the Growth by Sharing programme This is a hands-on, strategic role with genuine influence at management you'll need to succeed You will bring: 5 years' finance experience, ideally within supply chain, wholesale, distribution or retail Strong technical knowledge of financial management, reporting and accounting principles Experience with budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management and financial modelling Understanding of UK, NI and ROI tax regulations Confident communication skills with the ability to present financial insights to senior stakeholders Experience managing audits and liaising with external financial partners A recognised accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) or equivalent experience Leadership skills and experience coaching or managing a team Strong commercial awareness and analytical mindset Advanced Excel skills; experience with financial systems (Sage 200 desirable) Ability to work collaboratively, prioritise effectively and meet deadlines What you'll get in return £55,000-£65,000 salary (depending on experience) A key leadership role with significant influence on business direction Participation in a company-wide bonus programme A supportive, values-driven working culture Ongoing investment in personal and professional development The opportunity to shape the finance function in a fast-growing organisation What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be Skills: Finance Manager Financial Controller Benefits: £55000 - £65000 per annum