Senior Finance Manager
Ref: 2713 Date Posted: Tuesday 08 Jul 2025
TalentEdge is supporting a well-known and ever-expanding business in the Blackburn area in finding a Senior Finance Manager due to expansion.
In this role, you will be an essential asset to their business, reporting to the Financial Controller. You will be responsible for overseeing end-to-end finance operations, financial planning & analysis, balance sheet reconciliations, and identifying opportunities to improve procedures & controls. They are looking for an adaptable and efficient individual with a strong finance background. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to use their experience & initiative to implement processes, collaborate with key stakeholders, and support the development and progression of the team.
Key Accountabilities:
1. Monitor the day-to-day financial operations within the company
2. Review financial data and prepare monthly and annual reports, providing key points and
3. recommendations
4. Establish and maintain financial policies and procedures for the company
5. Collaborate with senior stakeholders, operational colleagues, and relevant departments
6. Provide data-backed recommendations to support effective decision-making
7. Ensure balance sheet reconciliations are prepared on a monthly basis, and that all balances are correct and differences investigated
8. Seek out methods for minimising financial risk to the company
9. Deep involvement in the year-end audit process on performance-related queries
10. Undertake various project work such as automation, systems (SAP/POS) improvement
11. Oversee and produce monthly Board Pack and Profit & Loss Account
Knowledge/experience required:
12. 3 years post-qualified experience (QBE may be considered)
13. Strong excel and technical skills
Benefits & package:
14. Salary £57.5-68k
15. Performance Based Bonus Scheme
16. Flexible working hours (8am – 10am start, 8-hour working day)
17. Access to Apprenticeships and accredited qualifications
18. Career development and progression opportunities within a global organisation.
19. Up to 15% Staff Discount on qualifying purchases across group retail stores
20. ASDA Discount Card – 10% off all ASDA stores
21. Free Secure Car Parking
22. Waterside Café - freshly prepared meals at affordable prices
23. Dress Down Fridays
24. Prayer and Ablution Facilities
25. Work Anniversary Rewards
26. Free Eye Test
Interested? Please reply with your CV attached and we’ll be in touch should your application be short listed.