KC Group are working with a successful and growing SME business seeking a proactive and hands-on Finance Manager to join their team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a qualified or finalist accountant looking to take ownership of a broad finance function within a dynamic and fast-paced environment. The Role:  Reporting to the Financial Controller, you will take responsibility for the day-to-day management of the finance function, including:

• Preparation of monthly management accounts and group consolidation
• Budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning
• Variance analysis and commentary for senior leadership
• Ownership of balance sheet reconciliations and month-end close process
• Managing and developing a Assistant Accountant
• Supporting the FC with board reporting and strategic finance projects
• Continuous improvement of finance processes and controls

About You:

• ACA / ACCA / CIMA qualified or finalist
• Experienced in management accounts and month-end processes
• Comfortable with budgeting and forecasting in a commercial environment
• Strong in Excel and financial systems
• A confident communicator with the ability to partner non-finance stakeholders
• Previous experience supervising or mentoring junior team members

What's on Offer

• £55,000 basic salary (DOE)
• Bonus scheme
• Benefits package
• Onsite working within a supportive and collaborative SME environment
• Genuine opportunity to add value and progress within the business