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Job Title : Finance Manager
Location : Blackpool
Salary : £50k
Start Date : ASAP
A well established Blackpool organisation are looking to recruit an experienced a Qualified (CIMA / ACCA) Finance Manager to support the Finance Director in the day-to-day management of the finance department and the delivery of accurate financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting. The Finance Manager will play a pivotal role in business planning and performance analysis, providing financial insights to support commercial decisions and drive efficiency.
As Finance Manager you will be responsible for the following
- Oversee the preparation of monthly management accounts, financial statements, and KPIs
- Manage the budgeting and forecasting process, including variance analysis
- Maintain robust financial controls and ensure compliance with statutory requirements (HMRC, VAT, PAYE, etc.)
- Cash flow management and forecasting
- Supervise and support the finance team, ensuring continuous development and performance
- Liaise with external auditors
- Lead improvements in financial systems, processes, and reporting tools
- Provide financial modelling and business case support for new initiatives
- Ensure compliance with accounting standards and internal policies
- Support the senior leadership team with strategic financial insights and risk analysis
The ideal Finance Manager will be
- Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)
- Proven experience as a Financial Controller or Finance Manager in an SME environment
- Hands-on experience with financial planning, budgeting, and analysis
- Excellent attention to detail, analytical thinking, and communication skills
- Commercially astute with the ability to influence at a senior level
- Experience of managing a small finance team
- Adaptable, proactive, and comfortable in a fast-paced, changing environment
For more information about this exciting opportunity please apply today.
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