Finance Manager
Posted 3 hours 7 minutes ago by HAYS
Hays Senior Finance are exclusively supporting a growing SME based in Ledbury, looking to recruit for an experience FBP/Finance Manager who can manage a small team and take responsibility for a 30m turnover division of this organisation.
Join a High-Growth, Commercially Driven Business
We're looking for a dynamic, commercially minded finance professional to play a key role in a fast-growing UK business. This is more than a reporting role-you'll be at the heart of operational decision-making, driving performance and influencing strategy across the UK division.
If you're a qualified accountant who thrives in a fast-paced, hands-on environment and enjoys partnering with operational teams, this is a fantastic opportunity to make a real impact.
The Role
As Finance Manager, you will lead the production of monthly management accounts while acting as a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders, including the Managing Director and Business Managers. You will bring financial performance to life-providing insight, challenge, and direction to drive continuous improvement across the business.
Key Responsibilities
- Own and deliver monthly management accounts to tight deadlines
- Lead performance reviews and monthly management meetings
- Partner with operational leaders to drive performance and profitability
- Provide insightful financial analysis and commentary to support decision-making
- Lead budgeting and forecasting processes
- Ensure robust financial controls, balance sheet reconciliations, and compliance
- Oversee labour cost integration and reporting (including payroll systems)
- Manage and develop a small finance team
- Drive process improvements and support system enhancements
Fully qualified accountant (ACCA, ACA, or CIMA) would also consider experienced QBE candidates
Strong commercial acumen with a proactive mindset
Experience in SME or industry environments
Ability to influence non-financial stakeholders confidently
Strong attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines
Team leadership experience with a people-first approach
Comfortable working in a fast-paced, evolving business
Desirable:
- FMCG
- Knowledge of Business Central (BC 365) or similar systems
Why Join Us?
- High-impact role with direct exposure to senior leadership
- Opportunity to shape financial processes and influence strategy
- Fast-moving, entrepreneurial environment
- Genuine opportunity for growth and development
- A business where finance is a key driver of success-not just reporting
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.