SME Finance Manager. LilyLifestyle

Finance Manager – Cheltenham – Entrepreneurial business

As the Finance Manager, you will oversee financial operations, delivering insightful analysis and ensuring compliance. You will manage budgeting, forecasting, financial planning, payroll, invoicing, and tax compliance, as well as cash flow and working capital optimisation.

Join an innovative, fast‑growing technology company with an annual turnover of £5million, based in Cheltenham.

• Full management of the company's financial activities including budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning.
• Prepare and present monthly management accounts and reports to senior leadership.
• Oversee payroll, invoicing, and tax compliance.
• Cash flow management and working capital optimisation.
• Liaise with external stakeholders including auditors, banks, and regulatory bodies.
• Support strategic decisions with financial insight and analysis.

• Proven experience in a similar finance role, ideally within the SME or technology sector.
• Strong understanding of financial management and accounting principles.
• Excellent analytical skills with high attention to detail.
• Proficiency in accounting software and MS Excel.
• Strong communication and leadership skills.
• Qualified (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) or QBE.

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• A vibrant and collaborative work environment.
• Opportunity to shape the future of a growing tech company.

Reporting directly to the part‑time Finance Director and working closely with the owner.