Job Description
Finance Manager
Leicester (Hybrid 3 days from home)
£60,000 £70,000 + bonus + benefits
We are partnering with a growing and well-established organisation in Leicester to recruit a Finance Manager to join their high-performing finance team. This is a broad and commercially focused position, offering exposure across management accounting, financial accounting, balance sheet ownership, and strategic business partnering with senior leadership.
This role provides the opportunity to influence decision-making across the business while ensuring robust financial reporting and controls. The organisation offers a hybrid working model (3 days from home) along with strong senior stakeholder exposure.
Key Responsibilities
Lead the preparation and review of accurate and timely monthly management accounts
Deliver detailed variance analysis with clear commentary for senior leadership
Support operational teams in understanding financial performance and key drivers
Identify opportunities to improve reporting efficiency and financial performance
Ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards and internal policies
Support the preparation of statutory accounts and year-end processes
Oversee month-end close activities and ensure strong financial controls are maintained
Liaise with external auditors and support the audit process
Maintain ownership and integrity of the balance sheet, ensuring reconciliations are completed accurately and on time
Investigate and resolve discrepancies, aged balances, or unusual movements
Ensure strong documentation and controls across all key balance sheet accounts
Continuously improve balance sheet processes and reporting accuracy
Act as a key finance partner to the wider leadership team, providing financial insight to support strategic decision-making
Build strong relationships with non-finance stakeholders to improve financial understanding across the business
Provide commercial analysis to support operational and strategic initiatives
Lead the annual budgeting process in collaboration with senior stakeholders
Produce regular forecasts and financial outlooks, identifying risks and opportunities
Monitor performance against budget and forecast, providing actionable insights
About You
ACA / ACCA / CIMA qualified (or equivalent)
Strong experience across management accounts, financial reporting, and balance sheet control
Experience partnering with senior stakeholders and supporting decision-making
Proven involvement in budgeting and forecasting processes
Excellent analytical skills with the ability to communicate financial information clearly
Proactive mindset with a focus on improving processes and adding commercial value
What's on Offer
Salary of £60,000 £70,000
Hybrid working (3 days from home)
A broad, hands on finance role with senior stakeholder exposure
Opportunity to influence decision-making within a growing organisation
Supportive environment with clear opportunities for development
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