Finance Manager

Finance Manager
Salary: £50,000 – £65,000
Location: Cambridge (onsite)
Type: Full-time, Permanent
My client is a well-established UK technology and manufacturing organisation with a strong international presence and a reputation for high-quality products. As part of their continued growth, they are seeking an experienced Finance Manager to take ownership of the finance function and support both operational and strategic decision-making.

The Role
Reporting to the Group Finance Director, the Finance Manager will oversee the day-to-day finance operations for multiple group entities. This is a hands-on role combining financial control, reporting, team leadership, and process improvement within a growing and collaborative business.

Key Responsibilities
•    Oversee the finance function across group entities.
•    Lead, manage, and develop a small finance team.
•    Prepare and review month-end reporting for budget holders, senior leadership, and external stakeholders.
•    Deliver consolidated management accounts with clear analysis and commentary on business performance.
•    Monitor, manage, and forecast group cash flow and working capital.
•    Coordinate budgeting and forecasting processes, including half-year forecasts.
•    Act as the main point of contact for year-end audits, preparing analysis and audit deliverables.
•    Support insurance renewals with appropriate financial analysis.
•    Ensure balance sheet reconciliations and internal controls are maintained and reviewed.
•    Drive process improvements and finance projects, including system implementations and automation initiatives.
•    Provide cover, support, and training to other members of the finance team.

Skills & Experience Required
•    Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
•    Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities under pressure.
•    Solid technical accounting knowledge, including consolidations and currency considerations.
•    High attention to detail and strong commercial awareness.
•    Advanced Excel capability.
•    Experience preparing consolidated management reports.
•    Understanding of internal controls and financial governance.
•    Proven experience implementing change and coaching or training others.
•    Fully qualified accountant (ACCA / ACA preferred).

Working Pattern
•    Monday to Thursday: 08:30 – 17:00
•    Friday: 08:30 – 15:45
•    Onsite role based near Cambridge (approximately 10 miles south)

What’s on Offer
•    £50k–£65k salary
•    Onsite working in the Cambridge area
•    25 days annual leave plus bank holidays (increasing with service)
•    Employer pension contribution (8% after probation)
•    Private medical insurance
•    Life assurance
•    Discretionary annual bonus
•    Early finish on Fridays
•    Onsite parking and facilities