Finance Manager

Ashley Kate HR & Finance; Banbury; On-site; GBP 46,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment consultancy is seeking a Finance Manager to oversee key financial operations in Banbury. The ideal candidate will have relevant qualifications and experience in finance management, with strong leadership abilities. This permanent role offers an attractive salary up to £55,000, along with benefits including annual bonuses and holiday schemes.

Benefits

23 days holiday + bank holidays

Holiday buying scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Life insurance

Annual performance-related bonus

Health Cash Plan

On-site training and career development

Free parking

Regular social events

Qualifications

• Experience in finance management, commercial finance, or FP&A.
• Strong understanding of cash flow, forecasting, and AP/AR processes.
• Proven ability to lead teams and drive process improvements.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support AP and AR teams, ensuring timely and accurate processes.
• Manage compliance and oversee warehouse operations.
• Lead short- and long-term cash flow forecasting.

Skills

Leadership and communication skills

Attention to detail

Analytical mindset

Advanced Excel proficiency

Education

Part or fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)

Job description

Finance Manager

Location: Oxfordshire

Salary: Up to £55,000 per annum (dependent on experience)

Employment Type: Full-time | Permanent

Are you a proactive and detail-oriented finance professional with a passion for driving performance, streamlining processes, and leading effective teams? We're looking for a Finance Manager to take ownership of key financial operations, provide commercial insight, and support strategic decision-making.

The Role

This newly created position offers an exciting opportunity to work closely with senior leadership, reporting directly to the Group Finance Director. Ideal for someone with a background in commercial finance or FP&A, this role provides scope to influence financial strategy and lead core finance functions.

Key Responsibilities

• Team Leadership & Process Improvement: Lead and support AP and AR teams, ensure timely and accurate invoice processing and query resolution, drive improvements in transactional finance processes
• Operational Finance & Compliance: Manage duty deferment accounts and HMRC payments, oversee compliance for warehouse operations, approve and monitor bank reconciliations
• Cash Flow & FX Management: Lead short- and long-term cash flow forecasting, manage FX exposure and implement hedging strategies
• Budgeting & Forecasting: Prepare P&L forecasts in collaboration with stakeholders, support annual budgeting with financial modelling and analysis
• Rebate & Commercial Management: Oversee rebate reconciliations and approve new agreements, ensure alignment with commercial policies
• Project Support & Continuous Improvement: Contribute to ad-hoc projects and ongoing process enhancements

What We're Looking For

• Part or fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)
• Experience in finance management, commercial finance, or FP&A
• Strong understanding of cash flow, forecasting, and AP/AR processes
• Exposure to compliance and operational finance
• Proven ability to lead teams and drive process improvements

Skills & Attributes

• Strong leadership and communication skills
• High attention to detail and analytical mindset
• Advanced Excel and financial modelling proficiency
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

Benefits

• 23 days holiday + UK bank holidays (increasing with service)
• Holiday buying scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Life insurance
• Annual performance-related bonus
• Health Cash Plan
• Employee perks portal and optional family cover
• On-site training and career development opportunities
• Free parking, modern facilities, and regular social events

About Us

We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive community. In line with our Diversity and Inclusion policy, we welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. As a Disability Confident Employer, and part of the Nicholas Associates Group, we are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities, and we're happy to discuss flexible working options.

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