Finance Manager

Alexander Daniels are delighted to be recruiting on behalf of a fast‑growing UK-based services organisation who are undergoing significant expansion and organisational transformation.

Our client is now seeking a proactive and commercially minded Finance Manager to take ownership of the finance function across two operating entities. This role offers the rare opportunity to combine operational finance responsibility with meaningful strategic impact.

The ideal candidate will have a strong technical grounding, gained either through training with a well‑established accounting firm or via a structured graduate programme within a larger corporate environment.

Reporting directly to the Group Financial Controller, the Finance Manager will play a key role in strengthening financial processes, delivering accurate and insightful reporting, and partnering with senior leadership to drive business performance.

This is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast‑paced environment, enjoys both hands‑on work and strategic thinking, and wants to be part of a business on a strong upward trajectory.

• Prepare monthly management accounts
• Lead budgeting, forecasting and variance analysis
• Produce financial dashboards for leadership and board use
• Manage VAT returns, payroll journals and statutory compliance
• Oversee the annual audit and liaise with external advisors

• Maintain strong internal controls and financial processes
• Monitor cash flow, working capital and cash requirements
• Oversee invoicing, credit control and supplier payments
• Support implementation of new finance systems and tools
• Identify and deliver cost efficiencies and process improvements

• Support business planning, growth modelling and investment decisions
• Prepare finance packs for board, investor and lender meetings
• Evaluate ROI on internal projects or new initiatives
• Assist with pricing and commercial analysis

• Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• Ensure ongoing compliance with UK financial regulations

• Fully qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA)
• Strong experience in management accounts, budgeting & reporting
• Excellent understanding of VAT, UK compliance and statutory requirements
• Advanced Excel and financial modelling skills
• Confident using finance systems and implementing improvements

• Commercially astute with a proactive, problem‑solving approach
• High integrity and ownership of financial outcomes
• Clear communicator
• Hands‑on, adaptable and comfortable in a fast‑moving setting
• Strong analytical skills and exceptional attention to detail

This is an excellent opportunity to join a business at the beginning of an exciting growth journey, supported by a refreshed senior leadership team and a clear long‑term strategy. You’ll be part of a small, collaborative finance team with significant exposure to a Private Equity‑backed environment, offering exceptional learning and development potential.

The company provides a strong benefits package and offers flexible working arrangements once probation is completed, making it a great environment for someone looking to progress and make a meaningful impact.