Finance Manager
Location: Burton-upon-Trent (DE14 3DP)
Salary: Up to £65,000 DOE
Hours: 40 hours per week
Our client, a well-established and growing multi-functional business based in Burton-upon-Trent, is seeking an experienced and commercially focused Finance Manager to report directly to the Managing Director. This is an exciting opportunity to join a friendly, dynamic organisation operating across multiple revenue streams including leisure, hospitality, and membership services.
This role offers genuine scope for development and progression as the business continues through a sustained period of growth.
The Role
You will take full responsibility for the day-to-day management of the finance function. You will lead and develop a small, established finance team while ensuring robust financial controls, accurate reporting, and strong commercial insight across the business. You will play a key role in supporting strategic decision-making by delivering timely and accurate management information, forecasts and budgets, while influencing cost control and revenue performance across all operational areas.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead the overall accounting and financial management of the business
* Prepare monthly management accounts and board packs
* Produce weekly KPI reports
* Prepare and review annual budgets and monthly forecasts
* Support and liaise with the Managing Director and Heads of Department to meet strategic objectives
* Represent Finance at regular management meetings
* Oversee and verify all financial transactions
* Manage monthly payroll and supplier payment runs
* Ensure strong accounting and operational controls are maintained
* Monitor and improve operational costs, profitability and business risk management
* Streamline financial processes and procedures to drive efficiency
* Lead, develop and appraise the finance team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement
* Provide financial training and support to non-finance managers where required
* Undertake additional responsibilities as required by the business
About You
The successful candidate will be ambitious, commercially astute and confident operating both autonomously and as part of a senior management team.
You will have:
* ACCA / CIMA / ACA qualified (or equivalent) with at least 3 years’ post-qualified experience
* Proven experience managing the finance function within a multi-departmental or multi-revenue stream business
* Strong commercial acumen with experience supporting business decision-making
* Experience within hospitality, leisure, or membership-based organisations (highly desirable)
* Excellent IT skills, particularly advanced Excel and accounting software (Sage 50 advantageous)
* Strong analytical, organisational and problem-solving skills
* Experience producing MI, forecasts and budgets
* Excellent communication, leadership and delegation skills
* The ability to work to deadlines and manage multiple priorities
What’s on Offer
* Salary up to £65,000 DOE
* Employee benefits and access to the business’ facilities
* Opportunity to work closely with senior leadership
* Autonomy and influence within a growing organisation
* Supportive and collaborative team culture
This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Finance Manager looking for a fresh challenge in a commercially focused and evolving business.
If you are ready to take ownership of a broad and impactful finance role, we would love to hear from you