Finance Manager

Head of Finance / Finance Manager – QBE- £55,000-£65,000- Maidenhead (On-site)

The Opportunity

With an ambitious growth strategy already underway, this is an exciting opportunity for an experienced, hands-on Head of Finance / Finance Manager to take ownership of the finance function and play a key role in shaping the business as it enters its next phase of growth.

The finance function is currently supported by an outsourced accounting provider, a part-time Finance Director, an internal Finance Administrator and a payroll professional. The successful candidate will become the day-to-day operational finance lead, bringing greater control and structure to the function while helping transition key activities in-house.

This is a broad, all-round finance role suited to a Qualified by Experience (QBE) finance professional who is comfortable operating across financial control, management accounts, cash flow, compliance and commercial finance. You will have genuine autonomy and the opportunity to build the finance function, systems and processes from the ground up.

The Role

You will take ownership of the company's finance function and act as the key financial contact for the wider business.

This is a highly hands-on role, combining financial control and reporting with commercial business partnering. You will work closely with senior stakeholders to provide clear financial insight, improve processes and ensure the business has the financial infrastructure required to support continued growth.

Key Responsibilities

Take ownership of the day-to-day finance function and become the operational lead for finance. Lead the transition of accounting activities from the existing outsourced model into the business. Produce accurate and timely monthly management accounts, including P&L, balance sheet and cash flow reporting. Own the month-end close process, including journals, accruals, prepayments and balance sheet reconciliations. Prepare regular management information and board reporting for senior leadership. Lead P&L review meetings, providing clear commentary on performance, margins, variances and key business drivers. Manage cash flow forecasting, working capital and short-to-medium-term cash requirements. Maintain strong financial controls and ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial information. Oversee VAT, statutory accounting requirements and other financial compliance. Manage relationships with external accountants, auditors, tax advisers and other third-party providers. Review and improve existing finance processes, controls and reporting procedures. Identify opportunities for automation, efficiency and improved use of financial data. Support the selection and implementation of new finance systems / ERP as the business grows. Develop budgets, forecasts and financial models to support business planning. Partner with operational and commercial stakeholders, providing financial insight to support decision-making. Act as a trusted financial adviser to the Directors and wider leadership team. Help shape the future finance structure, including recruiting and developing additional finance resource as the business scales.