Finance Manager

Gerrell & Hard; Coventry; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Coventry is seeking a proactive Finance Manager to oversee financial operations. This pivotal role demands strong technical expertise, leading a diverse finance team, and overseeing cashflow forecasting and statutory compliance efforts while driving process improvements.

Qualifications

• Fully qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA).
• Proven experience in financial control, cash management, and statutory reporting.
• Strong team management and people development skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a high-performing finance team.
• Prepare and manage daily/weekly cashflow forecasts.
• Deliver accurate and timely month-end accounts.

Skills

Cash management

Financial control

Team management

Data analysis

Stakeholder management

Continuous improvement

Education

ACA / ACCA / CIMA

Tools

Excel

Job description

Finance Manager
Coventry, Warwickshire | Permanent

We’re looking for a proactive and people-focused Finance Manager to lead the finance operations of a complex based in Coventry. This is a fantastic opportunity to step into a pivotal role that combines hands-on financial oversight with leadership and strategic influence across multiple departments.

The Role
Reporting to the Finance Director, you’ll lead a diverse finance team and oversee all aspects of the function, including cashflow forecasting, month-end reporting, balance sheet reconciliations, statutory compliance, and group consolidations. You'll be at the forefront of continuous improvement initiatives and play a key role in shaping processes, controls, and financial performance across the business.
This is a high-impact position requiring strong technical expertise, sharp analytical skills, and a collaborative approach to working with stakeholders across Procurement, Technical, Commercial, and Project Delivery teams.

What You’ll Be Doing
• Lead and develop a high-performing finance team
• Prepare and manage daily/weekly cashflow forecasts and assess impact on company loan agreements (approx. £100m ceiling)
• Deliver accurate and timely month-end accounts and group submissions
• Oversee intercompany reconciliations and consolidations
• Manage statutory reporting and compliance, including liaison with external auditors, tax advisors, and service providers
• Lead the J-SOX compliance process
• Drive continuous improvement in finance processes and reporting accuracy
• Oversee AP/AR processes, including those managed by third parties
• Deliver insightful analysis and ad-hoc financial reporting for decision support

What We’re Looking For
• Fully qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA)
• Proven experience in financial control, cash management, and statutory reporting
• Strong team management and people development skills
• Excellent Excel and data analysis capabilities
• Confident working cross-functionally with senior stakeholders
• Comfortable driving improvements in a growing and evolving business

Bonus Points For
• Experience in multinational group structures
• Automotive or project-based accounting backgrounds
• Knowledge of JSOX controls
• Continuous improvement experience (e.g., Six Sigma)
• ERP system implementation or upgrades
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If you’re ready to lead a strong team and drive financial performance in a dynamic business, we’d love to hear from you.
To apply, please send us your CV for review.