Finance Manager

Finance Manager – Wanted – Immediate Start!

Leicester Based | Salary: £50,000

Permanent, Full-Time

Are you an experienced Finance Manager?

Regional Recruitment is recruiting for a Finance Manager to join a successful and growing business based in Leicester. This is an exciting opportunity for a commercially minded finance professional to take ownership of the finance department while working closely with senior management to support business performance and future growth.

• Competitive salary, depending on experience
• Company pension
• On-site parking

Essential:

• ACCA, ACA or CIMA qualified (or equivalent)
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a Finance Manager or similar role
• Experience preparing management accounts and financial reports
• Strong understanding of budgeting, forecasting and cash flow management
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

Desirable:

• Experience with in manufacturing or engineering
• Experience managing a small finance team
• Knowledge of cost analysis and commercial reporting

• Oversee the day-to-day finance function and ensure accurate financial reporting
• Produce monthly management accounts, cash flow forecasts and financial reports
• Lead the budgeting and forecasting process to support business planning
• Provide financial analysis and commercial insight to support senior management
• Monitor profitability, identify trends and recommend improvements
• Ensure VAT returns and statutory reporting are completed accurately and on time
• Support year-end accounts, audits and compliance requirements
• Maintain and improve financial controls, systems and internal processes
• Oversee payroll support, purchase ledger and credit control functions
• Assist with strategic projects and long-term business planning

As the Finance Manager, you will also be expected to:

• Take ownership of the finance function and lead by example
• Build strong relationships across all areas of the business
• Work confidently in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities
• Be commercially aware with a proactive approach to problem-solving
• Deliver work to a consistently high standard with excellent attention to detail