Finance Manager

Location: Croft

Finance Manager
UK-Based | Hybrid Working (3 Days Office / 2 Days Home)
Full-Time | Competitive Salary + Bonus + Car Allowance
An established UK-based services organisation is seeking an experienced Finance Manager to lead its finance function and act as a key business partner to senior leadership.
This is a broad, hands-on leadership role offering genuine ownership of financial reporting, controls, and performance improvement within a stable, well-structured business.

The Role
Reporting directly to senior management, the Finance Manager will oversee end-to-end finance operations, ensuring accuracy, integrity, and compliance across all financial reporting.
You will play a critical role in supporting commercial decision-making, strengthening governance, and driving continuous improvement across the organisation.

Key Responsibilities
 
* Lead, develop, and motivate the finance team
 
* Take full ownership of monthly management accounts, including P&L, balance sheet, and cashflow
 
* Manage budgeting, forecasting, and financial performance analysis
 
* Drive financial process improvements and system efficiencies
 
* Ensure strong governance, controls, and regulatory compliance
 
* Oversee VAT, CIS, statutory accounts, and audit requirements
 
* Partner with senior leadership and operational stakeholders to enhance business performance
About You
 
* 7+ years’ experience in a senior finance role
 
* Fully qualified accountant (CIMA, ACCA, or equivalent)
 
* Strong background in operational finance and reporting
 
* Proven track record of delivering process improvements and cost control initiatives
 
* Confident communicator, able to collaborate effectively across finance and non-finance teams
 
* Advanced Excel skills with experience using Sage or similar ERP systems
What’s on Offer
 
* Senior leadership role with genuine influence
 
* Opportunity to shape and improve the finance function
 
* Stable organisation with a supportive and collaborative culture
 
* Competitive salary
 
* Annual bonus
 
* Car allowance
 
* Hybrid working (3 days office / 2 days home)
 
* Free on-site parking
If you are an ambitious and commercially minded finance professional looking to make a meaningful impact, we would welcome your application.
Please apply with your most recent CV and a short cover note outlining your suitability for the role