Finance Manager Lincoln £48,000 - £55,000 (dependent on experience) Our client, a specialist precision engineering company with over 40 years of experience of delivering high-quality, innovative solutions across multiple industries, are looking for a Finance Manager / Financial Controller to join their leadership team and play a key role in driving the future success of the business. Knowledge of HR Policies and preocedures would be an advantage. The Role: This is a broad, hands-on leadership role reporting directly to the Managing Director. You'll manage all Finance operations, ensuring compliance, accuracy, and efficiency while also acting as a trusted business partner to the leadership team. Perfect for someone who thrives in an SME environment, this position offers real scope to shape and improve processes, influence strategy, and make a lasting impact. Key Responsibilities Oversee financial operations: payroll, invoicing, credit control, and supplier payments. Produce monthly management accounts, budgets, forecasts, and analysis. Manage year-end processes with accountants and auditors. Monitor cashflow and provide financial insight for decision-making. Develop financial controls, systems, and reporting to ensure compliance and accuracy. Support long-term planning and investment decisions. Lead recruitment, onboarding, training, and staff development. Ensure compliance with employment law and HR best practice in conjuction with HR Consultants Manage employee relations, disciplinary and grievance processes. Oversee payroll, benefits, and HR administration. Promote employee engagement and a positive workplace culture. Leadership & Business Support Line-manage an Admin Assistant, ensuring development and effective delegation. Partner with the Managing Director and leadership team on strategy. Deputise for the Managing Director when required. Drive continuous improvement initiatives across the business. About You You will be a proactive, adaptable individual with expertise who enjoys the variety and impact of working in a growing, ambitious business. Essential Skills & Experience Professional finance qualification (ACCA, CIMA, ACA) or qualified by experience. Proven experience in a combined Finance & HR management role would be ideal however consideration will be given to someone purely from a financial background willing to take on HR responsibilities Strong knowledge of accounting principles. HR practices, and employment law experience preferable. Excellent IT skills Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build trust across all levels. Hands-on, pragmatic approach with strong problem-solving skills. Why you should apply Competitive salary package. Hybrid working ? flexible with minimum 3 days in Lincoln office. 24 days holiday bank holidays. Pension scheme and training support. Supportive, close-knit team culture. Chance to shape Finance & HR functions and contribute directly to company strategy.