1. Lead on financial controls and reporting to support strategic decision making
2. Manage a team of accountants while driving collaboration and optimisation
About Our Client
Our client is a leading business based in Leeds with a track record of developing and progressing talent within the finance function. The Finance Manager sits within the controls team, proving a key point of contact with various business areas and maintaining a stakeholder-facing approach. The business operate on a hybrid working pattern, with roughly 3-4 days expected in their City Centre offices.
Job Description
In this busy and varied Finance Manager role, you'll be expected to:
3. Take ownership of financial control and reporting, turning data into meaningful insights that drive strategy and performance
4. Partner with senior leaders and commercial teams to influence key decisions and deliver strong financial outcomes
5. Present clear, engaging financial updates that highlight trends, risks, and opportunities
6. Lead and develop a skilled team of accountants, fostering growth, collaboration, and excellence
7. Streamline processes, enhance controls, and champion continuous improvement to boost efficiency and accuracy
8. Support new business initiatives and system transformations, ensuring finance keeps pace with innovation and growth
The Successful Applicant
We're looking for:
9. A qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA) with the expertise to influence business decisions.
10. Confidence and a clear communicator, skilled at presenting insights to colleagues across all levels.
11. Ability to inspire and develop small teams, fostering growth while tackling challenges proactively.
12. Take ownership of priorities, making thoughtful decisions quickly in a fast-moving environment.
13. A sharp analytical thinker with a keen eye for detail, always looking for ways to improve processes.
14. Comfortable working in dynamic corporate settings, with experience in digital tools like Power BI or SQL being a plus.
What's on Offer
15. Competitive salary of approximately £54,000-£66,000.
16. Healthy bonus scheme based on personal and company performance
17. Private medical insurance
18. Enhanced company pension scheme.
19. Free on-site parking.
20. Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
This is an excellent opportunity for a Finance Manager to thrive within a fast-paced, changing environment. Even if you don't meet all of the requirements above but have a strong accounting background with transferable skills, we would love to hear from you!