Finance Manager

Finance Manager - No 1 role in SME UK head office, Corby - 50,000

Reporting to the Commercial Director and working closely with the Group CFO in Sweden, you'll take ownership of the UK finance function, oversee the Finance Assistant and play a key role in delivering accurate financial reporting, improving processes and supporting strategic business decisions.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a hands-on, fast-paced environment where they can make a genuine impact and progress towards a future Financial Controller role.

Key Responsibilities

• Produce monthly management accounts, P&L and balance sheet reporting.

• Lead month-end and year-end processes, ensuring timely and accurate reporting.

• Manage cashflow, budgeting and forecasting.

• Oversee VAT, payroll and HMRC compliance.

• Manage sales and purchase ledgers, intercompany transactions and reconciliations.

• Review financial performance, investigate variances and provide meaningful analysis.

• Support business growth through process improvements and stronger financial controls.

• Manage and develop the Finance Assistant.

• Partner with UK leadership and the Group Finance team on strategic finance projects.

About You

We're looking for a proactive finance professional who enjoys taking ownership, looks for improving processes and working closely with the wider business. You'll ideally have:

• AAT qualified, Qualified by Experience, or studying towards/qualified ACCA, ACA or CIMA.

• Previous experience producing management accounts in an industry environment.

• Strong Excel skills and experience with accounting software such as Sage 50.

• Knowledge of VAT, payroll and HMRC compliance.

• Excellent communication and organisational skills.

• A positive, hands-on approach with the confidence to challenge and improve existing processes.

What's on Offer?

• Salary 45,000 - 50,000 DOE

• Potential study support

• Clear career progression towards Financial Controller

• The opportunity to influence and improve a growing finance function

• Supportive, collaborative team culture

• A stable, international business with ambitious growth plans Apply

If you're looking for a role where you can take ownership, develop your career and make a real impact within a growing international business, we'd love to hear from you. Please send your CV in confidence to Emma Dawson at Abacus Consulting , retained recruitment partner to Harbury Consulting.