Finance Manager

Optima Recruitment Limited; Banstead; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site parking

Pension

20 days holiday + bank holidays

Job summary

Optima Recruitment Limited seeks a Finance Manager to oversee financial planning, budgeting, reporting and compliance for the organization. You will lead a small team and partner with senior management to drive financial health.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in finance, strong knowledge of reporting, budgeting and forecasting, and proficiency in accounting software and MS Excel. This on-site role offers pension, 20 days holiday plus bank holidays, and on-site parking in Banstead.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field.
• Professional certification such as CPA/ACCA/CMA preferred.
• 5+ years of experience in finance or accounting with managerial experience.
• Strong knowledge of financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting.
• Proficiency in accounting software and MS Excel.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and manage budgets, forecasts, and financial plans.
• Analyze financial performance and provide insights to management.
• Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards, tax regulations and policies.
• Manage cash flow, working capital, and cost control.
• Supervise accounting staff and coordinate with external auditors.
• Develop and improve financial systems, processes, and controls.
• Support business strategy through financial modeling and risk analysis.

Skills

Financial analysis

Leadership

Communication

Budgeting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance/Accounting

CPA/ACCA/CMA certification preferred

Tools

MS Excel

Accounting software

Job description

Job Title: Finance Manager

£45,000 basic salary

• On-site parking
• Pension
• 20 days holiday + bank holidays

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Finance Manager to oversee financial planning, budgeting, reporting, and compliance. The Finance Manager will play a key role in supporting strategic decision-making, ensuring financial health, and improving operational efficiency across the organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and manage budgets, forecasts, and financial plans
• Analyze financial performance and provide insights to senior management
• Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards, tax regulations, and internal policies
• Manage cash flow, working capital, and cost control initiatives
• Supervise accounting staff and coordinate with external auditors
• Develop and improve financial systems, processes, and controls
• Support business strategy through financial modeling and risk analysis

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field
• Professional certification (CPA, ACCA, CMA, or equivalent) preferred
• 5+ years of experience in finance or accounting, including managerial experience
• Strong knowledge of financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting
• Proficiency in accounting software and MS Excel
• Excellent analytical, communication, and leadership skills

Optima Recruitment Limited are acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy and are an equal opportunities employer