The Company
Rapidly expanding global organisation with a diverse and dynamic business model are looking for an experienced Finance Manager to join their team in Manchester, overseeing key financial processes and supporting business growth. The role would suit a first or second time mover from practice or an industry qualified individual with a solid financial accounting background.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage and develop a team of finance professionals, ensuring high performance and continuous development.
- Oversee the preparation of financial reports, perform variance analysis, and provide insights to support decision-making.
- Ensure accurate financial calculations, invoicing, and compliance with contract terms for key revenue streams.
- Develop and maintain robust financial controls and processes to ensure compliance and accuracy.
- Identify opportunities for enhancing financial processes, driving efficiency, and managing financial risks.
- Manage financial interactions with external partners, ensuring smooth operations and reporting.
- Identify development needs within the team and implement training plans to support growth.
- Stay up-to-date with changes in accounting regulations, ensuring all processes are compliant with industry standards.
Key Skills Preferred
We are seeking a qualified accountant (CIMA, ACA, ACCA, or equivalent) with:
- Proven experience in financial management, reporting, and controls.
- Strong leadership and team management skills.
- A focus on process improvement and risk management.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
- The ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
How to apply
This is a great opportunity to lead a finance team within a fast-growing global business. You'll play a key role in driving financial performance and supporting the company's continued growth. You will be mentored by a best in class CFO with the view to provide future succession planning for the senior finance team. If you're an ambitious finance professional, we'd love to hear from you.