Finance Manager

Office Angels; Desborough; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Office Angels in the United Kingdom (Kettering) is seeking a Finance Manager to lead daily finance operations on-site. The role focuses on budgeting, forecasting and financial controls while contributing to strategic decisions in a growing SME.

Ideal candidates are qualified accountants with ACCA/CIMA/ACA, multi-currency experience, and strong systems knowledge. You will manage a small team and partner with department heads to improve processes and drive growth.

Qualifications

• A qualified accountant (ACCA, CIMA, ACA, or equivalent).
• Experience in an SME or privately-owned business environment.
• Proficiency in cash flow management, budgeting, and forecasting.
• Familiarity with financial systems and process improvements.
• Experience in multi-currency or international business environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead the daily finance function, encompassing cash flow management, budgeting, forecasting, and implementing financial controls.
• Generate meaningful management information, financial reports, and KPIs to support commercial and strategic decisions.
• Partner with departmental managers to enhance business processes and drive operational performance.
• Lead, motivate, and develop a small finance team.
• Identify opportunities for continuous improvement and operational efficiencies.
• Support broader business planning and financial strategy.

Skills

Cash flow

Budgeting

Forecasting

Financial analysis

Multi-currency

Education

ACCA

CIMA

ACA

Tools

ERP systems

Excel

Financial software

Job description

Job Title: Finance Manager
Location: Kettering
Employment Type: Full-Time On-Site
Contract Type: Permanent
Salary: 45,000 - 50,000

We are looking for a finance professional eager to influence change and elevate their leadership career. As a Finance Manager, you will play a pivotal role in the organisation's growth journey, taking charge of day-to-day financial operations while contributing to strategic decision-making through insightful financial analysis.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the daily finance function, encompassing cash flow management, budgeting, forecasting, and implementing financial controls.
• Generate meaningful management information, financial reports, and KPIs to support commercial and strategic decisions.
• Partner with departmental managers to enhance business processes and drive operational performance.
• Lead, motivate, and develop a small finance team.
• Identify opportunities for continuous improvement and operational efficiencies.
• Support broader business planning and financial strategy.

About You:

The ideal candidate will be a proactive, hands‑on finance professional who can blend strong technical skills with commercial insight. The following qualifications are preferred:

• A qualified accountant (ACCA, CIMA, ACA, or equivalent).
• Experience in an SME or privately‑owned business environment.
• Proficiency in cash flow management, budgeting, and forecasting.
• Familiarity with financial systems and process improvements.
• Experience in multi‑currency or international business environments.

What's in It for You?

• Enjoy career development and succession planning opportunities.
• Experience a supportive and collaborative working environment.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.

We are an equal-opportunities employer who puts expertise, energy and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace.

We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, abilities and more.

By showcasing talents, skills and unique experiences in an inclusive environment, we help individuals thrive.

If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.

Office Angels UK is an Equal Opportunities Employer.