Finance Manager

“This is a great opportunity for motivated learners—joining a PE-backed, high-growth business that has scaled from 10 to 360 FTE in three years, with plans to exceed 500 in the next 24 months. We’re mid-cycle in our investment journey, implementing new systems, and driving change at pace.” – CFO 

Finance Manager | Nottingham | £55,000 - £60,000 + Benefits

Looking for a role with real flexibility, but still want to be part of something ambitious and fast-moving? This PE-backed business has scaled at speed and continues to grow through acquisitions, giving you the chance to lead improvements, oversee a small team, and help shape the finance function for the future – all with a hybrid setup that’s as flexible as they come (just one day a fortnight in the office). 

This is a leadership role with broad exposure across operational finance – you'll be focused on reviewing, improving, and streamlining finance processes, rather than being hands-on with the numbers. Working closely with senior leadership, you’ll oversee a small team, lead on reporting and controls, and play a key part in system developments and business-wide analysis. 

What’s in it for you?

• Hybrid working – just one day every two weeks in the office, the rest is up to you
• Genuine progression opportunities – with a clear route to Financial Controller or senior project/commercial roles as the business continues to scale
• A competitive salary (£55,000 - £60,000) + 5% flex pot for perks via the company benefits portal
• Private healthcare, Dental, 26 days holiday (+ bank holidays), and matched pension scheme

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Overseeing the operational finance function – including systems, purchase ledger, credit control, cash management, and expenses
• Reviewing and improving finance processes to enhance accuracy, efficiency, and control across core reporting areas
• Producing monthly management accounts, cash flow forecasts, and financial reporting packs
• Collaborating with the Credit Control team to ensure debtor alignment with reconciliations
• Supporting system enhancements and ensuring financial data integrity
• Providing insight and challenge to improve cost allocation and departmental reporting
• Managing and supporting a small team of finance staff (2 direct reports)

This is a chance to step into a leadership role within a high-growth business, where you’ll influence change, drive improvements, and support further acquisitions – all while maintaining a strong work-life balance.

What You’ll Need:

• Fully qualified accountant (ACCA / ACA / CIMA)
• Strong technical grounding with a commercial mindset
• Comfortable leading small teams and driving process improvements
• Able to commute to Nottingham for team collaboration (typically one day every two weeks)

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