Finance Manager in Derby

An established and growing organisation is seeking an experienced Finance Manager to lead its Finance and Business Services function and play a key role in strategic decision-making and operational improvement.

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This is a senior leadership role, responsible for providing high-quality financial advice, driving business performance, and overseeing a portfolio of support services.

The Role:

Reporting to the MD you will:

* Act as a trusted advisor to the Senior Leadership Team

* Lead financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and statutory reporting

* Drive continuous improvement and act as a change agent across business services

* Ensure strong governance, compliance, and financial control across the organisation

* Manage and develop multi-disciplinary teams

Key Responsibilities:

Finance

* Full responsibility for financial and management accounting, budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow

* Production of monthly management accounts and performance reporting

* Preparation of year-end statutory accounts and liaison with external auditors

* Tax planning and compliance (VAT, corporation tax, payroll-related reporting)

* Oversight of accounting systems and internal financial controls

* Lead long-term financial planning including five-year forecasts

Leadership & Management

* Lead and develop the Finance and Business Services teams

* Create and maintain robust financial and business services policies

* Prepare and present clear financial reports, budgets, forecasts, and investment appraisals

* Identify efficiencies, improve processes, and enhance productivity

* Ensure all regulatory, legal, and tax obligations are met

About You:

Essential

* Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA)

* Degree-qualified or equivalent

* Strong management accounting background with senior-level experience

* Proven track record of leading xiskglj teams and managing performance

* Experience contributing to strategic planning and business transformation

* Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills

* Strong knowledge of UK financial and tax regulations

* Advanced Excel skills and strong Microsoft Office capability

Personal Attributes

* Commercially minded with strong analytical skills

* Confident decision-maker with high attention to detail

* Collaborative leadership style with the ability to influence at senior level

* Proactive, adaptable, and improvement-focused

* High levels of integrity and professionalism