Finance Manager

Ascent Recruitment is delighted to exclusively support a fantastic Wilmslow-based business in its search for a talented Finance Manager. You will play a key role within the Group Finance team, leading the month-end process, producing high-quality management information, overseeing controls and improvements, and managing a small team. This broad, hands-on role offers exposure to senior stakeholders and will suit either a Management Accountant ready to step up or an experienced Finance Manager seeking a new challenge. Key Duties Production of monthly consolidated Group management accounts Full oversight of month-end close across all Group entities Production of Board packs and KPI reporting Acting as Audit Lead, managing the year-end audit process Production of statutory year-end accounts for Group companies Oversight and continuous improvement of Group financial controls and processes Weekly cashflow forecasting and treasury management Line management and development of a small team Delivery of ad-hoc financial analysis and reporting as required Key Skills and Experience A proactive and confident finance professional Qualified or Finalist (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) Possess a strong controls-focused mindset with experience driving process improvements Personable leader, capable of managing and developing a small team An excellent communicator Advanced Excel user with strong data handling and reporting skills Salary and Key Benefits Circa £55,000 Full study support Hybrid working 25 Days Holiday, plus Bank Free Parking If you are interested, please apply now for a quick response