Overview
This is a hands-on role for someone who thrives on clarity, precision, and quietly keeping everything running like clockwork behind the scenes. You’ll be responsible for the full suite of financial operations – from reporting and forecasting to compliance and team management – with direct exposure to leadership and a real opportunity to influence commercial decisions.
Client Details
Genuinley exciting business! Growing SME automotive company, amazing owners, near Liss.
Description
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Overseeing all financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and KPI analysis
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Managing month-end processes to ensure everything’s on time, accurate, and audit-ready
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Delivering reliable financial statements aligned with UK accounting standards
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Maintaining rolling cash flow forecasts and tracking working
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Collaborating closely with operational leads to monitor costs and drive profitability
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Reporting directly to the Financial Controller
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Managing all statutory and tax obligations – Corporation Tax, VAT, PAYE, and filings
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Acting as the main contact for external advisors and accountants
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Strengthening financial controls and helping to shape internal policies
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Providing strategic insights and financial recommendations to senior leadership
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Implementing and managing ERP systems as part of wider operational improvements
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Leading and mentoring a small finance team, and overseeing Payroll, VAT, and Management Accounts
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Handling commercial insurances and supporting other business-critical activities
Profile
- Strong experience in SME finance leadership
- ACA / ACCA / CIMA qualified
- Advanced Microsoft excel skills
- Proven ability to manage the finance function independently
- Proficiency in financial systems and ERP software
- Commercially minded, proactive, and confident communicator
Job Offer
£70,000 – £90,000
Pro rata, 2 – 3 days in office (fully officed based for those days)
25 days + BH
Pension
