RG Consultancy are working with an established SME who are are seeking a commercially minded Finance Manager to take ownership of the finance function within an expanding organisation. Based in their head office in Burnley, this position offers a blend of operational involvement and strategic input, working closely with senior leadership to support the next stage of growth.
This is a broad, hands-on Finance Manager role requiring both strong technical accounting capability and the ability to lead and develop a small team. You will play a central role in strengthening processes, enhancing reporting quality and ensuring the finance function evolves alongside the business.
As Finance Manager, you will oversee day-to-day financial operations while driving improvements across systems, controls and reporting. As the company scales, you will help build a finance structure that is resilient, efficient and aligned to future objectives.
Key areas of responsibility include:
- Delivering timely and accurate month-end management accounts
Managing and developing a small finance team covering accounts receivable, credit control, accounts payable, payroll and management reporting, with the flexibility to support operational tasks where required
Reviewing and improving financial controls, processes and reporting frameworks
Assessing team capability, identifying development needs and contributing to recruitment as the department grows
Responding to regular and ad hoc reporting requirements
Preparing budgets, forecasts and cash flow projections to inform business decisions
Identifying system improvements and continual development of process efficiency
About You
You will be a qualified accountant with experience operating in complex or multi-site environments and experience of successfully leading and developing teams.
This role would suit a forward-thinking finance professional who enjoys balancing leadership, technical excellence and continuous improvement within a growing business.
Benefits:
- Flexible working hours
- Hybrid working options
- 25 days holiday + bank holidays
- Company pension
- Private healthcare
- Free parking on site
