Finance Manager

Axon Moore; Blackburn; Hybrid; GBP 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A fast-growing company based in Blackburn is seeking a Finance Manager to lead their financial operations. Responsibilities include managing budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting, while also providing strategic insights to support business growth. Ideal candidates will possess strong analytical skills and previous experience in finance management, preferably within SMEs.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a finance management role, preferably within an SME.
• Ability to communicate financial information clearly to non-finance stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of the finance function, including budgeting and forecasting.
• Prepare monthly management accounts and deliver actionable insights.
• Develop and implement financial controls and policies.

Skills

Analytical skills

Commercial acumen

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Education

Finance Management Experience

Job description

Job Title: Finance Manager
Location: Blackburn (Hybrid)
Salary: £55,000

We are exclusively working with an innovative and fast-growing company in a thriving sector, committed to providing high-quality products. Based in Blackburn, our client pride themselves on their energetic culture, strong values, and a passionate team that's driving the brand forward.

We're looking for a commercially minded and detail-oriented Finance Manager to join their team. This is a pivotal role that will take ownership of the day-to-day financial operations, ensure robust financial controls, and provide strategic insights to support our continued growth.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage all aspects of the finance function, including budgeting, forecasting, cash flow, and financial reporting.
• Prepare monthly management accounts and deliver actionable insights to the senior leadership team.
• Oversee transactional finance ensuring accuracy and efficiency.
• Develop and implement financial controls and policies to safeguard company assets.
• Partner with department heads to track performance against budgets and support strategic decision-making.
• Liaise with external accountants, auditors, and HMRC.
• Lead on cost analysis, margin improvement initiatives, and pricing strategy.
• Ensure compliance with all statutory and regulatory financial requirements.
Requirements:
• Proven experience in a finance management role, preferably within an SME.
• Strong analytical and commercial acumen.
• Excellent attention to detail with a proactive, problem-solving mindset.
• Ability to communicate financial information clearly to non-finance stakeholders.

Our local Lancashire Axon Moore team recruit all accounting and finance roles from CFO to transactional finance on both a temporary and permanent basis. For more information about this role or our wider team, please contact Rebecca on [email protected] or 07741325417