Greenwell Gleeson
This is a key, trusted hire for a stable and profitable organisation. The role combines hands-on financial management with leadership responsibility, managing junior member of the finance team, and working closely with senior management.
The Role
Reporting directly to the Managing Director, the Finance Manager will take ownership of the finance function and play a central role in maintaining strong financial control while supporting future planning.
Key responsibilities include:
* Full responsibility for monthly management accounts and reporting * Budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management * Balance sheet ownership and financial controls * Line management, mentoring, and development of two junior finance team members * Oversight of day-to-day transactional finance (AP, AR, payroll), remaining hands-on where required * Managing year-end accounts, audit, and relationships with external accountants * Reviewing and improving processes, controls, and systems
The Candidate
This opportunity will suit a Finance Manager who enjoys leading a small team within a mature environment, while benefiting from a balanced hybrid working arrangement.
* A recognised accounting qualification (ACA / ACCA / CIMA or equivalent). Alternatively you will Qualified by Experience of approaching your final exams. * Proven experience in an SME Finance Manager or Senior Accountant role * Previous people management or team-lead experience * Strong technical accounting knowledge and commercial awareness * A pragmatic, dependable, and proactive approach
What's in it for you?
* A financially stable SME with a proven 20-year track record * Hybrid working: 2 days per week from home * A visible leadership role with genuine responsibility * The opportunity to mentor and develop junior finance staff * Direct access to senior decision-makers * A supportive, long-term focused culture * Competitive salary and benefits
If you're a Finance Manager seeking a stable, leadership-focused SME role with flexibility, or a Senior Accountant ready to step into line management, this is an excellent opportunity.
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