Job Description
Finance Manager – High-Growth SME | South Manchester | Hybrid
Ascent Recruitment is pleased to partner exclusively with a high-growth SME in South Manchester to appoint a commercially minded and ambitious Finance Manager.
This broad role reports to an outstanding Finance Director and offers clear progression (to Financial Controller and equity), a brilliant culture, and hands-on involvement across a group of companies.
You’ll lead a small finance team, deliver consolidated management accounts, and support both operational and commercial initiatives.
Key Responsibilities:
* Own month-end and year-end reporting, including group consolidation and balance sheet reconciliations
* Produce MI packs, KPI analysis, budgets, and cash flow forecasts
* Maintain and enhance the control/reporting framework
* Partner with leadership teams to drive business planning and performance
* Evaluate acquisitions and investments, including financial modelling and due diligence
* Lead or support various strategic finance projects
* Manage a small team
About You:
1. ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualified
2. Highly organised, proactive, and driven
3. Strong communicator with a commercial mindset
4. S...