Gleeson Recruitment Group are thrilled to be working with an outstanding organisation based in the Derby area to recruit a highly capable Finance Manager.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated and forward-thinking Finance Manager to take the reins of a small finance operations team. The successful candidate will be instrumental in maintaining strong financial processes, leading on month-end and year-end close, and cultivating a high-performance culture within the team.

We're looking for someone with a passion for mentoring and a sharp eye for process improvement- someone who understands how to balance the day-to-day responsibilities of finance with a wider strategic lens.

This role is hybrid working, with 3 days on site and 2 days from home.

Salary: Up to £60,000

Your Key Responsibilities:

Oversee and inspire a team of three finance professionals, all currently pursuing finance qualifications. Provide mentoring, coaching, and day-to-day support to help them thrive.
Supervise daily financial operations across purchase ledger, sales ledger, and commission accounts, ensuring everything runs smoothly and accurately.
Take ownership of the month-end close process, including preparing timely management accounts in accordance with reporting schedules.
Maintain and review all balance sheet reconciliations, ensuring full accuracy and appropriate documentation at all times.
Act as a point of contact for external auditors, preparing audit-ready schedules and explanations to support year-end processes.
Identify areas for improvement within finance operations-then design and implement more efficient and robust processes.
Ensure internal financial controls are embedded, up-to-date, and functioning effectively.
Collaborate with internal teams to promote compliance with internal policies and external regulations.

What We're Looking For:

A qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) with hands-on experience in a similar finance leadership role.
A track record of working within a dynamic and fast-paced finance environment.
Prior experience managing and developing a small team.
Excellent attention to detail and a proactive approach to improving processes.
Proficiency in ERP systems (experience with tools like NetSuite is a plus) and strong Excel capability.

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