Finance Manager / Accounts Manager in Leicester

Finance Manager / Accounts Manager in Leicester

Leicester Full-Time 60000 - 65000 £ / year (est.) Home office (partial)
SF Recruitment

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Lead finance operations, manage accounts, and support strategic decisions in a dynamic environment.
  • Company: Fast-paced, growing business in Leicester with a focus on innovation.
  • Benefits: Hybrid working, private healthcare, generous holiday, and enhanced leave options.
  • Other info: Opportunity for career growth and development in a supportive culture.
  • Why this job: Join a proactive team and make a real impact on financial strategies.
  • Qualifications: Qualified accountant with management experience and strong analytical skills.

The predicted salary is between 60000 - 65000 £ per year.

  • Senior Finance Manager
  • Leicester (Hybrid)
  • Full Time, Permanent
  • £60,000 - £65,000

SF Recruitment are searching for a proactive, hands-on Senior Finance Manager to join a fast-paced, growing business in Leicester.

The role reports directly into the Finance Director & would be suited to a qualified professional (ACCA/CIMA) with strong leadership experience & someone who enjoys developing a Finance Team.

Solid systems knowledge is essential to streamline processes and improve reporting efficiency.

As the Senior Finance Manager you will

  • Own the month-end close process and produce management accounts with variance analysis.
  • Deliver monthly reporting packs and complete balance sheet reconciliations
  • Lead UK and US audit processes.
  • Oversee tax filings - VAT, corporation tax, and R&D claims.
  • Manage and report weekly cashflow, including variance analysis.
  • Produce consolidated monthly and annual accounts.
  • Line-manage 2 UK-based reports and oversee offshore teams
  • Cost control and process improvement.
  • Support strategic decision-making across the business.

What we're looking for

  • Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA).
  • 2+ years management experience
  • Strong management accounts and audit experience.
  • Confident with finance systems & Excel
  • Detail-oriented, analytical, and a great communicator.

What's on offer

  • Hybrid Working
  • Private healthcare
  • 25 days holiday + bank holidays
  • Enhanced sick and parental leave
  • Death in service insurance (4x salary)

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Contact Details:

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

Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA)
Leadership Experience
Management Accounts
Audit Experience
Finance Systems Knowledge
Excel Proficiency
Analytical Skills