Finance Manager

Ashley Kate HR; Banbury; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment specialist in Banbury is seeking a Finance Manager to lead key financial operations and support strategic decision-making. The ideal candidate will be part or fully qualified with experience in finance management, particularly in commercial finance or FP&A. Responsibilities include managing teams, improving processes, and overseeing operational finance tasks. Attractive benefits include 23 days holiday and a performance-related bonus.

Benefits

23 days holiday + UK bank holidays

Cycle to work scheme

Life insurance

Health Cash Plan

Performance-related bonus

Employee perks portal

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.
• Manage duty deferment accounts and HMRC payments.
• Lead short- and long-term cash flow forecasting.
• Prepare P&L forecasts in collaboration with stakeholders.

Skills

Leadership

Financial analysis

Communication

Attention to detail

Advanced Excel

Education

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

Job description

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
• 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 include 23 days holiday + UK bank holidays, cycle to work scheme, life insurance, annual performance-related bonus, Health Cash Plan, employee perks portal, and optional family cover

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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