We are conducting a search for an experienced
Finance Manager
to take ownership of core finance operations and provide high-quality financial insight to senior decision-makers.
Key Responsibilities
* Cashflow & forecasting
– Manage daily cash monitoring and deliver rolling cashflow forecasts.
* Budgeting & reforecasting
– Lead the planning cycle and provide clear variance analysis.
* M&A support
– Support due diligence on acquisitions and integrate newly acquired entities.
* External relationships
– Act as the point of contact for auditors, banks, and finance system providers.
* Working capital
– Produce debtor reports and collaborate with credit control on collection strategies.
* Revenue cycle
– Partner with billing to improve accuracy and efficiency of invoicing processes.
* Purchase ledger & month end
– Oversee ledger close and support accurate month-end reporting.
* Management reporting
– Review management accounts and prepare concise packs for senior leaders.
* Audit & controls
– Lead year-end audit and maintain robust internal controls.
* Payments governance
– Approve payment runs in line with delegated authority.
* Decision support
– Provide ad-hoc analysis to inform commercial and operational choices.
About You
* Qualified accountant (ACCA or CIMA).
* Advanced Excel and strong IT literacy.
* Strong communication skills – able to simplify complex financial information.
* Highly organised, self-motivated, and deadline-driven.
* Flexible and hands-on, with the ability to take on ad-hoc tasks from senior leadership.