Finance Manager

Location: Bedford

Our award winning client is are currently seeking a Finance Manager to join their friendly team on a permanent basis. The successful candidate will work closely with the CFO, be accountable for managing budgets and forecasts, cash flow, year-end reporting, company compliance requirements and manage a small team.

Key responsibilities:

• Oversee general accounting transactions, financial reporting, and quality control across UK and overseas entities.
• Prepare consolidated monthly results, balance sheets, and weekly cashflow forecasts, ensuring timely and accurate reporting.
• Act as liaison with accountants, tax teams, and statutory accounts preparation teams.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver financial insights and support strategic initiatives.
• Drive process improvements, including automation, and assist with annual budgeting for P&L and balance sheet.
• Manage, train, and develop a small back-office team, overseeing payroll, pensions, and ad-hoc projects. Skills and Requirements:

• Part-qualified or qualified by experience, with at least 5 years in a similar role within a growing SME.
• Proven experience leading teams, improving systems, and driving financial performance to support strategic decisions.
• Proficient in financial systems like Xero, SAP, or Oracle, with expertise in data analytics for actionable insights.
• Skilled in conveying financial information to non-financial stakeholders and fostering an inclusive, high-performance workplace.
• Entrepreneurial and adaptable, thriving in grey areas and informal structures with a problem-solving mindset.
• Strong communicator, passionate about creating a positive and engaging work environment.

Benefits:

• Annual leave of 25 days incrementally rising to 50 days after 5 years
• Communications Allowance or Company Mobile Phone
• Full Tech Package
• Company Credit Card with Airport Lounge Access
• Expense Account

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