Finance Manager
Salary: £50,000 – £65,000
Location: Cambridge (onsite)
Type: Full-time, Permanent
My client is a well-established UK technology and manufacturing organisation with a strong international presence and a reputation for high-quality products. As part of their continued growth, they are seeking an experienced Finance Manager to take ownership of the finance function and support both operational and strategic decision-making.
The Role
Reporting to the Group Finance Director, the Finance Manager will oversee the day-to-day finance operations for multiple group entities. This is a hands-on role combining financial control, reporting, team leadership, and process improvement within a growing and collaborative business.
Key Responsibilities
* Oversee the finance function across group entities.
* Lead, manage, and develop a small finance team.
* Prepare and review month-end reporting for budget holders, senior leadership, and external stakeholders.
* Deliver consolidated management accounts with clear analysis and commentary on business performance.
* Monitor, manage, and forecast group cash flow and working capital.
* Coordinate budgeting and forecasting processes, including half-year forecasts.
* Act as the main point of contact for year-end audits, preparing analysis and audit deliverables.
* Support insurance renewals with appropriate financial analysis.
* Ensure balance sheet reconciliations and internal controls are maintained and reviewed.
* Drive process improvements and finance projects, including system implementations and automation initiatives.
* Provide cover, support, and training to other members of the finance team.
Skills & Experience Required
* Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
* Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities under pressure.
* Solid technical accounting knowledge, including consolidations and currency considerations.
* High attention to detail and strong commercial awareness.
* Advanced Excel capability.
* Experience preparing consolidated management reports.
* Understanding of internal controls and financial governance.
* Proven experience implementing change and coaching or training others.
* Fully qualified accountant (ACCA / ACA preferred).
Working Pattern
* Monday to Thursday: 08:30 – 17:00
* Friday: 08:30 – 15:45
* Onsite role based near Cambridge (approximately 10 miles south)