RG Consultancy are working with an established SME who are are seeking a commercially minded Finance Manager to take ownership of the finance function within an expanding organisation. Based in their head office in Burnley, this position offers a blend of operational involvement and strategic input, working closely with senior leadership to support the next stage of growth.
This is a broad, hands-on Finance Manager role requiring both strong technical accounting capability and the ability to lead and develop a small team. You will play a central role in strengthening processes, enhancing reporting quality and ensuring the finance function evolves alongside the business.
As Finance Manager, you will oversee day-to-day financial operations while driving improvements across systems, controls and reporting. As the company scales, you will help build a finance structure that is resilient, efficient and aligned to future objectives.
Key areas of responsibility include:
* Delivering timely and accurate month-end management accounts
* Managing and developing a small finance team covering accounts receivable, credit control, accounts payable, payroll and management reporting, with the flexibility to support operational tasks where required
* Reviewing and improving financial controls, processes and reporting frameworks
* Assessing team capability, identifying development needs and contributing to recruitment as the department grows
* Responding to regular and ad hoc reporting requirements
* Preparing budgets, forecasts and cash flow projections to inform business decisions
* Identifying system improvements and continual development of process efficiency
About You
You will be a qualified accountant with experience operating in complex or multi-site environments and experience of successfully leading and developing teams.
This role would suit a forward-thinking finance professional who enjoys balancing leadership, technical excellence and continuous improvement within a growing business.
Benefits:
* Flexible working hours
* Hybrid working options
* 25 days holiday + bank holidays
* Company pension
* Private healthcare
* Free parking on site