Finance Manager in Harrogate

Location: Harrogate , Yorkshire & the Humber

Our Client is a forward-thinking Media & Marketing company with a strong presence in the local area and exciting plans for growth. They offer a mix of creative advertising solutions, ranging from radio campaigns and digital marketing to consumer voucher promotions, working with businesses of all sizes and industries.

Our Promise

Thank you for taking an interest in the role advertised. We'd like to confirm that each CV received is read thoroughly by a trained consultant; if your application is shortlisted then you will be contacted via telephone in the first instance.

If we have not contacted you within 5 working days of your application, please understand that the CV received, and the information provided does not meet the requirements of the role.

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Finance Manager

Are you an ambitious and commercially aware finance professional who enjoys working within a fast-paced and entrepreneurial environment?

If you’re keen to join a growing and dynamic organisation where you can make a real impact and drive financial growth, we’d love to hear from you.

• Up to £50,000 pa
• Harrogate based business – Hybrid working options
• Genuine opportunity to influence strategic decision-making
• Career progression opportunities as the business continues to grow

The Role

Reporting directly to the Manager Director, the Finance Manager will play a pivotal role in driving the financial success of this growing business. This is a hands‑on position that combines day‑to‑day financial management with commercial analysis and strategic planning.

You’ll be responsible for managing the effective financial operations of the business, including management accounts, preparation and review of budgets & forecasts, and financial performance. You’ll work closely with senior leadership to provide meaningful financial insight that supports informed business decisions and sustainable growth.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage the month‑end and year‑end financial reporting processes
• Prepare management accounts, budgets, forecasts, and cash flow projections
• Monitor financial performance and provide commercial analysis and recommendations
• Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and general ledger functions
• Support future acquisitions, projects and strategic business developments where required
• Prepare VAT returns and ensure compliance with financial regulations
• Support annual audit and year‑end accounting activitiesProvide financial reporting and insights to senior management and stakeholders
• Maintain and improve financial controls, processes, and procedures
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, reporting and financial performance

Key Skills & Experience:

• Professional accounting qualifications – ACCA, ACA, CIMA, or equivalent
• Proven experience in a Finance Manager, Management Accountant, or similar finance leadership role
• Advanced Excel skills and experience with Xero
• Experience working within an SME environment; ideally, you’ll have experience supporting a growing SME business and scaling operations
• Strong management accounting, budgeting, forecasting, and reporting experience
• Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills
• Strong communication skills with the ability to influence non‑financial stakeholders
• High levels of accuracy, organisation and attention to detail
• UK resident with unrestricted right to work in the UK

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