Finance Manager — High Wycombe
Hybrid | Full Time
The Opportunity
This is a genuinely exciting finance role with a difference. Our client is a pioneering, family‑run business operating at the cutting edge of the sustainability revolution in a niche sector.
They are looking for a hands‑on, commercially minded Finance Manager to take full ownership of the financial function — someone who wants real impact, enjoys variety, and is ready to grow with a business that has serious ambition.
If you are tired of processing numbers in a siloed environment and want to be the person who actually shapes a company's financial future, this could be the role you've been waiting for.
Why This Role Stands Out
* Genuine ownership— take full control of the finance function from day one, reporting directly to the Managing Director
* Real growth path— as the business scales, your role grows with it, with a clear aim to take on a second accounts entity and build your own team
* Varied and dynamic— no two days are the same; you'll be across everything from cash flow management and payroll to financial strategy and investor research
* Values‑led culture— a close‑knit, family business where your voice carries weight and your decisions matter
* Sustainability at the core— be part of the green transition in a fast‑moving, forward‑thinking industry
What You'll Be Doing
Finance & Reporting
* Oversee all financial transactions, month‑end and year‑end close processes
* Lead budgeting, forecasting, and rolling financial planning
* Monitor cash flow and ensure the business meets its financial obligations
* Prepare financial reports and KPI dashboards for the Managing Director
* Liaise with external accountants and manage GDPR/ICO compliance
Credit Control & Accounts Payable
* Manage client invoicing, credit notes, and payment reconciliation via Xero
* Chase overdue payments and set credit limits using Experian reports
* Raise purchase orders, approve bills, and manage supplier payments via Monzo
HR & Payroll
* Collate and submit monthly payroll to external accountants
* Manage new starter onboarding, HR documentation, and BrightHR administration
* Support recruitment activity and conduct staff appraisals
About You
* Proven experience in a Finance Manager or senior finance role, ideally within an SME environment
* Confident using Xero & Excel
* A hands‑on self‑starter who is comfortable working across finance and operational tasks
* Strong communicator who can present financial information clearly to non‑finance stakeholders
* Highly organised, detail‑conscious, and calm under pressure
* An interest in sustainability or the creative industries would be a great fit — though not essential
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