Finance Manager | c£55,000 |South Manchester | Hybrid Working
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Finance Manager to join a well-established and values-driven organisation during a period of continued growth and transformation. This is a broad and commercially focused role, offering the chance to work closely with senior leadership to support strategic decision-making, financial planning, regulatory compliance, and operational performance across a complex multi-entity environment.
The Role
You'll lead the delivery of a high-quality finance service across the Group — from business partnering and management accounts to statutory reporting, long-term financial planning and tax compliance. Working closely with senior leaders, you'll provide the insight and analysis that drives sound decision-making at every level.
Key Responsibilities:
- Deliver robust budget setting, forecasting and financial performance reporting
- Support production of statutory accounts and manage the external audit process
- Provide insightful financial analysis and business partnering support to senior stakeholders
- Drive financial control, compliance and continuous improvement across finance operations
- Support development and investment activity through financial appraisal, modelling and risk analysis
- Contribute to long-term financial strategy, including stress testing, and scenario planning
- Lead, coach and develop a high-performing finance team
- Drive process improvements, automation and value for money across the business
About You
- Fully qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA or equivalent)
- Proven management experience in a complex finance environment
- Strong technical knowledge across financial and management accounting
- Confident communicator, able to challenge and influence at all levels
- Experience of business partnering across multi-disciplinary teams
- Advanced Excel skills and experience with finance systems
What’s on Offer
- 28 days annual leave (rising to 31)
- Competitive salary package
- Hybrid and flexible working arrangements
- Excellent pension scheme
- Generous annual leave entitlement
- Healthcare cash plan
- Retail and lifestyle discounts
- Opportunity to join a collaborative and forward-thinking organisation with strong values and a supportive culture
Interested? Get in touch for a confidential conversation or apply with your CV today.