Finance Manager – North Manchester £60,000–£65,000 + 10% Bonus | Hybrid Working | Permanent
Forge Talent is proud to be partnering with one of the most recognisable brands in the North West to recruit a Finance Manager on a permanent basis, supporting the business through its next phase of growth.
Assist with the journal approval process, including the review and reconciliation of weekly and monthly workings to ensure accuracy and compliance in financial reporting.
Support the preparation of monthly management accounts.
Ensure timely and accurate submission of financial information to the Group finance team.
Conduct detailed variance analysis with commentary and supporting documentation to explain budget versus actuals and prior year comparisons.
Review monthly balance sheet reconciliations, identifying risks and opportunities, and escalate findings to the Financial Controller.
Analyse key cost areas and provide robust financial challenge to operational teams.
Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent).
Experience leading or mentoring a finance team.
Strong commercial acumen with the ability to influence operational decision-making.
10% annual bonus
~ Hybrid working arrangement (North Manchester HQ)
~25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
~8% employer pension contribution
~ Access to employee wellbeing programmes