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Posted 30 July, 2026

Finance Manager

Rubicon Recruitment
Poole, ENG, GB Full Time

Job Description

Finance Manager | Poole | £60,000

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If you're looking for a role where accuracy and structure genuinely matter, and where you'll have the autonomy to shape how the finance function operates, this Finance Manager opportunity is worth a look.

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As a Finance Manager, you will benefit from:

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  • High degree of autonomy and ownership
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  • Direct access to the Managing Director and senior leadership
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  • Fast paced, non bureaucratic SME environment
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  • Employee Assistance 24/7 Health Line ("Doctor at Hand")
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  • Social events throughout the year
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As a Finance Manager, your responsibilities will include:

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  • Own the day to day finance function, including purchase and sales ledger, bank reconciliations and cash flow forecasting
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  • Support the transition from Sage 200 to Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central
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  • Prepare monthly management accounts, KPIs and margin and profitability analysis
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  • Manage VAT returns, payroll liaison and balance sheet reconciliations
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  • Help define reporting requirements, controls and processes, becoming the internal finance systems expert
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  • Support departmental managers with clear, accurate financial information
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As a Finance Manager, your experience will include:

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  • Solid management accounting experience with a strong understanding of day to day finance processes
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  • Experience preparing management accounts, with strong Excel skills and excellent attention to detail
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  • AAT Level 4 or another recognised accounting qualification
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  • Experience within manufacturing or engineering environments is desirable
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  • Sage and/or Business Central experience, and exposure to system implementation or process improvement, would be an advantage
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  • Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities
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If you want a role where your systems and process work is genuinely valued, and where you'll build lasting expertise as the business grows, this is a strong next step. Apply today with an up-to-date CV or call Amber Thorne at Rubicon for more information.