Otto James is working with a growing technology strategy, operations and digital consultancy organisation based near Wilmslow to recruit a Qualified Finance Manager to join their finance team.
If your skills, experience, and qualifications match those in this job overview, do not delay your application.
Why join our client This Finance Manager role offers the chance to shape key processes, partner with senior leaders, and play a visible role in how the business manages performance and growth.
You'll join a team that values transparency, accountability, and continuous improvement.
It's an environment where finance has a genuine voice in strategic conversations.
How you'll make an impact Financial Reporting: Producing monthly management accounts, including Profit & Loss (P&L), balance sheets, and cash flow statements.
Budgeting & Forecasting: Leading annual budgeting cycles and regular re-forecasting to align with company goals.
Team Leadership: Managing, mentoring, and developing a finance team (e.g., accounts payable/receivable, analysts).
Compliance & Audit: Ensuring adherence to financial regulations and managing relationships with external auditors and HMRC.
Risk Management: Identifying financial risks and implementing internal controls to protect company assets.
Process Improvement: Driving efficiencies by upgrading financial systems and streamlining workflows.
Performance Analysis: Delivering detailed reports on margins, sales trends, and variances against budgets.
Strategic Planning: Leading the budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning processes.
Commercial Support: Developing pricing models, evaluating investment appraisals, and supporting contract negotiations or tenders. xxuwjjq
Operational Insight: Identifying cost-saving opportunities and revenue drivers to enhance ROI.
Reporting: Creating and presenting Board-level packs, executive dashboards, and management information (MI) Your Profile ACA, CIMA, ACCA, or equivalent Experience in a Tech business will be seen as a plus, but not essential A proven track record of leading finance teams, implementing internal controls, and driving process improvements Excellent communication and interpersonal skills A proactive and solution-oriented approach Salary & Benefits As Finance Manager, you'll join a business that values people, flexibility and continuous development.