Finance Leader for Growing SME

Farrer Barnes Limited; Dover; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A progressive SME in Dover is looking for a Finance Manager to oversee day-to-day finance activities and lead a growing team. The successful candidate will work closely with the owners to enhance financial systems and controls, deliver timely reporting and analysis, and support strategic decision-making. This role offers the opportunity for significant scope for progression as the business expands within a collaborative environment. Salary starts at £65,000 with flexibility for strong candidates.

Benefits

£65,000 salary

Opportunity to shape finance function

Significant scope for progression

Collaborative work environment

Qualifications

• Experience in developing financial processes, systems, and controls.
• Ability to produce accurate management information.
• Experience in working closely with owner-managers.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all day-to-day finance activities with strong control and accuracy.
• Deliver clear management information, including forecasting and analysis.
• Introduce enhanced systems and processes for scalability.
• Provide insight and guidance for strategic decision-making.
• Manage relationships with external accountants.
• Support and mentor the existing finance team.

Skills

Fully qualified accountant (CIMA/ACCA/ACA)

Strong background in SME finance leadership

Proven experience developing financial processes

High-quality reporting and forecasting

Confident communicator

Proactive and improvement-focused

Job description

A progressive SME in Dover is looking for a Finance Manager to oversee day-to-day finance activities and lead a growing team. The successful candidate will work closely with the owners to enhance financial systems and controls, deliver timely reporting and analysis, and support strategic decision-making. This role offers the opportunity for significant scope for progression as the business expands within a collaborative environment. Salary starts at £65,000 with flexibility for strong candidates.