Job Title: Finance Manager
Location: Oldham, Greater Manchester
Salary: Up to £50,000 per annum
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Qualification Required: ACA, ACCA, CIMA (or equivalent)
Overview:
On behalf of our client, a well-established and growing organisation in the Oldham area, we are currently recruiting for a professionally qualified Finance Manager to join their finance team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a driven individual to take ownership of a finance function within a supportive and forward-thinking business.
The Role:
Reporting directly to senior leadership, the Finance Manager will be responsible for managing the day-to-day financial operations, delivering timely and accurate reporting, and contributing to the company's strategic objectives. This is a hands-on role, ideal for a commercially astute finance professional who thrives in a dynamic environment.
Key Responsibilities:
Ownership of monthly management accounts, reporting, and analysis
Preparation of budgets, forecasts, and variance analysis
Ensuring compliance with statutory reporting and tax obligations
Effective cash flow management and financial planning
Leading and mentoring a small finance team
Providing financial insight to support strategic decision-making
Managing the year-end audit process and liaising with external auditors
Driving process improvements across the finance function
The Ideal Candidate:
Professionally qualified (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)
Strong technical accounting knowledge and commercial acumen
Experience in a similar finance role, ideally within an SME or owner-managed business
Skilled in financial systems and advanced Excel
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
Proactive, hands-on, and confident in working autonomously
What's on Offer:
Competitive salary up to £50,000 depending on experience
25 days holiday plus bank holidays
Company pension scheme
Opportunity to shape and influence the finance function
Hybrid working options available after probation
This is a great opportunity for a qualified Finance Manager looking to make a meaningful impact in a growing business in the Oldham and Rochdale area. Interested? Apply now or get in touch for a confidential discussion