Finance Manager

Adecco; Bishops Cannings; On-site; GBP 58,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Immediate start

9-month fixed-term contract

Business partnering role

Competitive salary

Job summary

Adecco Swindon is seeking a Finance Manager to lead month-end close, reporting, and financial planning on a 9-month fixed-term contract. You will partner with operational leaders to drive performance and provide strategic financial insight.

The role requires a strong background in management accounting, forecasting, and SAP expertise, with excellent communication across levels. The position offers a competitive salary and a visible, business-facing remit, including payroll oversight and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline.
• Minimum of 5 years' experience in finance or accounting.
• Strong management accounting, forecasting and financial planning experience.
• Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Proven experience using SAP.
• Strong Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the month-end close process and production of management accounts, ensuring all reporting deadlines are met.
• Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting submissions.
• Partner with operational leaders, providing financial insight to drive performance.
• Lead annual budgeting, forecasting and long-term strategic planning.
• Manage monthly cash flow forecasting and reporting.
• Oversee payroll processes and ensure accuracy of financial transactions.
• Conduct variance analysis and provide recommendations for decisions.
• Manage purchase orders, vendor approvals and invoice authorisations.
• Support internal controls, compliance activities and audits.
• Drive continuous improvement of financial processes and reporting efficiency.

Skills

Management accounting

Forecasting

Financial planning

Analytical skills

Stakeholder communication

Excel

PowerPoint

Independent working

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

SAP

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Finance Manager

Location: Swindon

Salary: 58,000 - 70,000 equivalent ( 30.00 - 36.00 per hour)

Contract: 9-Month Fixed-Term Contract

Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 08:30 - 16:40

Start Date: ASAP

Are you an experienced Finance Manager looking for your next challenge? We are seeking a commercially focused finance professional to join a leading organisation in Swindon on a 9-month contract. This is an excellent opportunity to play a key role in financial planning, reporting, and business partnering within a fast-paced and collaborative environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the month-end close process and production of management accounts, ensuring all reporting deadlines are achieved.
• Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting submissions.
• Partner closely with operational leaders, providing financial insight and support to drive business performance.
• Lead annual budgeting processes, forecasting activities, and long-term strategic planning.
• Manage monthly cash flow forecasting and reporting.
• Oversee payroll processes and ensure accuracy of financial transactions.
• Conduct variance analysis and provide recommendations to support informed decision-making.
• Manage purchase order processes, vendor approvals, and invoice authorisations.
• Support internal controls, compliance activities, and both internal and external audits.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance financial processes and reporting efficiency.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• A Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
• A minimum of 5 years' experience in finance or accounting roles.
• Strong management accounting, forecasting, and financial planning experience.
• Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Proven experience using SAP.
• Strong Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint skills.
• The ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities.

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary equivalent of 58,000 - 70,000.
• Immediate start available.
• A visible role with significant business partnering responsibilities.
• The opportunity to contribute to strategic decision-making and organisational growth.
• Supportive and professional working environment.

The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.