Company Details and Job Overview: A sizeable business unit of a larger group are looking to appoint a new divisional finance lead. Receiving support as required from Group, this role offers plenty of autonomy in a hands on and varied role, overseeing 1-2 junior accounts staff. A full time role is available, or a reduced working arrangement of 4 full days per week can be considered. Key Benefits/ Rewards on Offer: • Full time role, with occasional working from home. • 25 days annual leave bank holidays • An array of healthcare and wellbeing benefits • Discount schemes Your New Role as Finance Manager: • Production of management accounts including commentary and analysis • Regular liaison with key internal stakeholders including non-financial HOD’s • Providing training and support to the finance team as required, overseeing AP and AR duties • Preparation of budgets and financial forecasts • Ongoing review of systems and processes, implementing improvements where necessary Experience & Qualifications Required to Apply: The successful candidate will be fully experienced in the month end management accounting process, with staff management experience. CIMA/ACCA/ACA qualification is desirable although QBE candidates will be considered. With an analytical mindset, you will also demonstrate strong IT skills including Excel with knowledge of mainstream or bespoke ERP systems. This vacancy is being handled by Rachel Holland at Kenton Black Finance. Kenton Black Finance operate across the UK as a market leading recruitment partner, specialising in the attraction of finance talent across both permanent and interim requirements. With a team of dedicated experts, each with longevity operating in the finance arena, we maintain a proven track record and have established partnerships with businesses both large, small and those in their infancy. As market leaders, we provide recruitment solutions from entry level finance to directorship professionals. Operating from local offices in Preston, Manchester, Leeds, Liverpool, Birmingham and Glasgow, Kenton Black Finance remain a dynamic and effective recruitment partner who represent and attract only the finest finance talent in the local area and across the UK