Finance Manager

Finance Manager - No 1 role in SME UK head office, Corby - c£50,000

Reporting to the Commercial Director and working closely with the Group CFO in Sweden, you'll take ownership of the UK finance function, oversee the Finance Assistant and play a key role in delivering accurate financial reporting, improving processes and supporting strategic business decisions.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a hands-on, fast-paced environment where they can make a genuine impact and progress towards a future Financial Controller role.

Key Responsibilities

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• Produce monthly management accounts, P&L and balance sheet reporting.
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• Lead month-end and year-end processes, ensuring timely and accurate reporting.
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• Manage cashflow, budgeting and forecasting.
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• Oversee VAT, payroll and HMRC compliance.
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• Manage sales and purchase ledgers, intercompany transactions and reconciliations.
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• Review financial performance, investigate variances and provide meaningful analysis.
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• Support business growth through process improvements and stronger financial controls.
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• Manage and develop the Finance Assistant.
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• Partner with UK leadership and the Group Finance team on strategic finance projects.
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About You

We're looking for a proactive finance professional who enjoys taking ownership, looks for improving processes and working closely with the wider business. You'll ideally have:

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• AAT qualified, Qualified by Experience, or studying towards/qualified ACCA, ACA or CIMA.
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• Previous experience producing management accounts in an industry environment.
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• Strong Excel skills and experience with accounting software such as Sage 50.
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• Knowledge of VAT, payroll and HMRC compliance.
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• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
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• A positive, hands-on approach with the confidence to challenge and improve existing processes.
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What's on Offer?

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• Salary £45,000 - £50,000 DOE
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• Potential study support
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• Clear career progression towards Financial Controller
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• The opportunity to influence and improve a growing finance function
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• Supportive, collaborative team culture
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• A stable, international business with ambitious growth plans
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Apply

If you're looking for a role where you can take ownership, develop your career and make a real impact within a growing international business, we'd love to hear from you. Please send your CV in confidence to Emma Dawson at Abacus Consulting, retained recruitment partner to Harbury Consulting.