Finance Manager

Job Title: Finance Manager 

Reports to: MDLocation:  Nottingham / HybridDepartment: Finance

Reed, East Midlands, Accountancy and Finance are working exclusively for our client, for a Finance Manager. This post it to lead the finance function with a strong focus on management accounting and operational finance. This role is ideal for a proactive and detail-oriented finance professional who thrives in a hands-on environment and is passionate about driving financial performance and operational efficiency.

Our client is a specialist SME in their field and have a strong reputation within their field. Our client is looking for the right person, who has both the technical expertise, teamed with soft skills to work in a high value, ethical culture. 

As part of the role, you will need to have the following skills / experience: 

Key Responsibilities:

Management Accounting (MA):

• Prepare monthly management accounts, including P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow statements.
• Conduct variance analysis and provide commentary to senior management.
• Develop and maintain budgeting and forecasting models.
• Support strategic decision-making through financial analysis and scenario planning.
• Monitor KPIs and financial metrics to assess business performance.
• Assist in financial planning and strategy development.

Operational Finance Duties:

• Day-to-day financial operations including accounts payable, receivable, and payroll.
• Manage cash flow and banking relationships.
• Ensure timely and accurate financial reporting and compliance with accounting standards.
• Implement and maintain robust financial controls and procedures.
• Implement and supporting systems.
• Support procurement and inventory management from a financial perspective.
• Liaise with external auditors, tax advisors, and regulatory bodies.

Qualifications & Experience:

• ACA / ACCA / CIMA qualified (or equivalent).
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in a finance role
• Strong background in management accounting and operational finance.
• Experience with ERP systems and advanced Excel skills.
• Proven ability to work in a fast-paced, hands-on environment.

Skills & Competencies:

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Systems knowledge of – Xero, Excel and Sage.
• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Commercial awareness and strategic thinking.
• Proactive and high initiative levels, teamed with a real passion for technology.

Desirable:

• Knowledge of financial regulations and compliance standards.
• Familiarity with process improvement and automation initiatives.

Our client will be looking to hold 2 stages with a view to appoint the right person as soon as possible, please contact myself to apply.