Finance Manager

Meridian Business Support; Bath; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Finance Manager based in Bath. This role involves financial planning, budgeting, and analysis to support commercial decisions. The ideal candidate will have ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualifications, strong leadership experience, and familiarity with ERP systems, particularly Microsoft Business Central. The position offers a full-time permanent contract and significant responsibilities in improving financial performance and controls.

Qualifications

• ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified with a degree in Finance.
• Proven experience in a senior finance leadership role.
• Strong commercial acumen with a focus on improving financial metrics.

Responsibilities

• Lead financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting processes.
• Produce timely management accounts and financial statements.
• Deliver financial analysis and support commercial decision-making.

Skills

ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified

Proven experience in a Finance Manager role

Strong commercial acumen

Hands-on experience with ERP systems

Excellent analytical abilities

Confident communicator

Strong people management skills

Attention to detail

Education

Degree in Finance, Accounting or related discipline

Tools

Microsoft Business Central

Advanced Excel skills

Job description

Role Overview

We are looking for a Finance Manager for a well established business based in Yeovil. This Finance Manager role is permanent and will be responsible for the preparation of financial information across the US part of the business. On a daily basis, you will work closely with the internal business units to track performance, understand and improve margins, improve cost control and also stock management.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead financial planning, budgeting, forecasting and re forecasting processes across the US business
• Produce accurate and timely management accounts, board packs and statutory financial statements
• Deliver robust financial analysis, margin reviews and KPI reporting to support commercial decision-making
• Lead the implementation and optimisation of Microsoft Business Central for the US entity, working with IT, external consultants and operational teams
• Manage cash flow, working capital and liquidity, including 13-week cash flow forecasting
• Support treasury activities, including foreign exchange exposure and hedging strategies
• Strengthen financial controls, risk management processes and cost centre reporting
• Partner with senior stakeholders to improve cost control, stock management and overall business performance
• Manage, mentor and develop the finance team, embedding a high-performance culture
• Coordinate external audits and maintain strong relationships with auditors and external advisors

Key Skills & Experience

• ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified (or equivalent) with a degree in Finance, Accounting or a related discipline
• Proven experience in a Finance Manager or similar senior finance leadership role
• Strong commercial acumen with a track record of improving margins, EBITDA and working capital
• Hands‑on experience with ERP systems (Microsoft Business Central is highly desirable) and advanced Excel skills
• Excellent analytical, problem‑solving and decision‑making abilities
• Confident communicator with the ability to influence senior stakeholders and present financial insights clearly
• Strong people management skills with experience leading and developing finance teamsHigh attention to detail with a strong focus on accuracy, governance and compliance

Job Info

• Job Title: Finance Manager
• Company: Meridian Business Support
• Location: Bath, Somerset
• Posted: Feb 10th 2026
• Closes: Mar 13th 2026
• Sector:
• Contract: Permanent
• Hours: Full Time