Group Finance Manager in Leicester

Group Finance Manager in Leicester

Leicester Full-Time 65000 - 65000 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible
Distinct Recruitment

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Lead group finance reporting and improve financial processes in a growing business.
  • Company: Dynamic, PE-backed company with ambitious growth plans.
  • Benefits: Competitive salary, supportive team, and opportunities for professional development.
  • Other info: Opportunity to grow your skills and career in a thriving entrepreneurial setting.
  • Why this job: Join a fast-paced environment and play a key role in exciting business growth.
  • Qualifications: Qualified accountant with experience in finance management.

The predicted salary is between 65000 - 65000 £ per year.

This is a brilliant opportunity for a qualified accountant who wants to step into a broader Group Finance Manager role in a growing, profitable, PE-backed business. The business is around £20m turnover today, with a clear plan to keep scaling. The next milestone is £50m, with a longer-term ambition to build towards £100m. There are also acquisitions on the horizon, so finance is going to play a big part in how the business grows from here.

You’ll be reporting into the Finance Director and working closely with a genuinely supportive senior leadership team. The PE partner is hands-off, so the business still feels entrepreneurial, fast-moving and people-led, but with the backing and ambition to grow properly.

The role has plenty of substance. You’ll take ownership of group reporting, oversee month end and support continued improvements around controls and reporting quality, while leading a small finance team. The first year will give you plenty to get stuck into. You’ll be helping bed in a new finance system, reviewing current processes, improving reporting quality and making sure the finance function is ready for the next stage of growth. As the business scales, the role should grow with it. There’s a clear opportunity here to refine your skills, build confidence across group finance, get exposure to acquisitions and work in a business where progress is encouraged.

Group Finance Manager in Leicester employer: Distinct Recruitment

Join a dynamic and rapidly growing PE-backed business in Leicester as a Group Finance Manager, where you'll be part of a supportive senior leadership team that values entrepreneurial spirit and innovation. With a clear path for growth and the opportunity to refine your skills while leading a small finance team, this role offers not just competitive remuneration but also a chance to make a significant impact on the company's journey towards ambitious milestones. Embrace a work culture that prioritises collaboration and professional development, ensuring you thrive in an environment that is both challenging and rewarding.

Distinct Recruitment

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We think you need these skills to ace Group Finance Manager in Leicester

Qualified Accountant
Group Reporting
Month-End Closing
Financial Controls
Reporting Quality Improvement
Team Leadership
Finance System Implementation