Finance Manager

Finance Manager

Location: High Wycombe - Hybrid

Salary: Competitive + Benefits

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced and qualified Finance Manager to join a growing and fast-paced business. This is a hands-on role offering broad responsibility across financial reporting, compliance, process improvement and business partnering.

You will take ownership of the month-end and year-end close, lead the audit process, and work closely with stakeholders across the business to support commercial and operational decision-making.

Key Responsibilities

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• Manage the month-end and annual financial close, ensuring accurate and timely reporting.
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• Prepare monthly management accounts and financial reports for senior leadership.
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• Complete balance sheet reconciliations and oversee intercompany allocations.
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• Act as the main point of contact for external auditors and coordinate the annual audit process.
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• Oversee VAT returns and corporate tax compliance, working alongside external tax advisors.
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• Manage and improve the aged debt collection process.
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• Identify opportunities to improve finance processes through automation and system enhancements.
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• Partner with operational and commercial teams to provide financial support across the business.
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• Assist with day-to-day transactional finance activities when required.
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About You

You will be a proactive and commercially minded finance professional who enjoys working in a dynamic environment and is keen to drive continuous improvement.

Essential Requirements

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• Fully qualified ACA, ACCA or CIMA.
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• Minimum of three years' post-qualified experience (PQE).
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• Strong financial accounting and reporting experience with a solid understanding of FRS 102.
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• Advanced Excel skills with the ability to analyse and simplify complex financial data.
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• Excellent communication skills with the confidence to engage stakeholders at all levels.
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• Able to prioritise effectively and adapt within a fast-paced environment.
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Desirable

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• Practice trained
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• Experience within IT, technology, cyber security, consultancy or a similar professional services environment.
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• Knowledge of Xero and Syft.
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What's on Offer

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• A varied and influential finance role with genuine autonomy.
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• Opportunity to improve systems and processes.
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• Exposure to senior stakeholders across the business.
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• Supportive and collaborative working environment.
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• Competitive salary and benefits package.
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If you're looking for your next challenge and want to play a key role in a growing business, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today for a confidential discussion.