Finance Manager

Finance Manager Leighton Buzzard (4 days in the office, 1 from home)£55k - £65k+ Bonus and BenefitsOur client, a dynamic and expanding UK-based organisation is entering an exciting new chapter, having achieved strong organic growth and now positioning itself for significant further expansion. With ambitious plans to substantially increase revenue over the next three years, the business is investing heavily in its infrastructure, technology and leadership capability to support this next stage.Operating across several active trading entities, the group is strengthening its internal structure to ensure it can scale effectively. As part of this evolution, elements of the transactional finance function are being transitioned to an overseas service partner. To complement this model, the company is looking to appoint a Finance Manager to lead UK-based financial activity and serve as a key member of the senior management team.This opportunity offers broad scope and meaningful responsibility. Reporting directly to the Directors, the successful individual will play a central role in shaping commercial performance and supporting strategic growth initiatives. This position sits at the heart of the business and goes far beyond traditional financial reporting.The RoleLead all UK finance operations, ensuring accurate and timely monthly reportingProduce management accounts with insightful commentary and performance analysisOversee cash management, forecasting and banking relationshipsSupport budgeting and forward planning processesManage VAT submissions, statutory requirements and external audit relationshipsSupervise and optimise the performance of the outsourced finance providerDevelop meaningful financial metrics and reporting tools for operational leadersDrive improvements across systems, controls and financial processesAbout YouFully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA)Experience within a growth-focused or owner-managed environment advantageousProactive and hands-on, comfortable operating in a changing environmentCommercially astute with strong stakeholder engagement skillsAGY - Vitae Financial RecruitmentWe Exist To Be Different - Membership NOT Registration