Finance Manager

Finance Manager

The Opportunity

Pro Talent is delighted to be partnering with a dynamic and forward-thinking business in their search for an experienced Finance Manager. This is a pivotal role where you’ll be responsible for the end-to-end financial operations, reporting directly to the Managing Director and leading a dedicated team of five across finance and debt management.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a confident and capable finance professional to play a key role in shaping the financial strategy of a growing, fast-paced organisation.

The Role

As Finance Manager, you will take full ownership of the financial function, ensuring robust financial control, accurate reporting, and strategic financial insight. Your responsibilities will include:

Financial Control & Month-End

Managing the preparation and posting of journals

Leading the full Sage-based month-end process

Maintaining and reconciling the monthly balance sheet

Producing Profit & Loss reports with commentary

Creating monthly finance reports for senior leadership

Monitoring financial health and ensuring solvency

Regulatory Compliance

Preparing and submitting FCA RMAR returns

Ensuring compliance with statutory and regulatory financial obligations

Budgeting & Forecasting

Developing and maintaining forecasts and budgets

Conducting variance analysis to support business decisions

Producing Board Packs with financial results and strategic insight

Contributing to long-term planning via performance and KPI reporting

Cashflow & Operational Finance

Overseeing daily and long-term cashflow

Authorising payment runs, ensuring financial alignment

Responding to ad-hoc reporting requests

Management Information & Bonus Calculations

Maintaining company MI reports

Calculating company bonuses based on performance metrics

Team Leadership

Leading and developing a team of five

Setting objectives, conducting reviews, and supporting development

Fostering a culture of excellence, accuracy, and accountability

The Ideal Candidate

Proven experience as a Finance Manager or similar senior finance role

Strong technical accounting knowledge and regulatory understanding (FCA exposure highly desirable)

Proficient in Sage and advanced Excel

Skilled in producing management accounts, forecasts, and board-level reports

Excellent leadership skills with experience managing a finance team

Highly organised, analytical, and proactive

Work directly with senior leadership and influence company strategy

Lead and shape a committed finance team

Be part of a supportive, fast-paced, and growing environment

Enjoy autonomy, responsibility, and professional growth

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