Finance Manager

Farrer Barnes Limited; Dover; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A progressive SME in Dover is looking for a Finance Manager to oversee day-to-day finance activities and lead a growing team. The successful candidate will work closely with the owners to enhance financial systems and controls, deliver timely reporting and analysis, and support strategic decision-making. This role offers the opportunity for significant scope for progression as the business expands within a collaborative environment. Salary starts at £65,000 with flexibility for strong candidates.

Benefits

£65,000 salary

Opportunity to shape finance function

Significant scope for progression

Collaborative work environment

Qualifications

• Experience in developing financial processes, systems, and controls.
• Ability to produce accurate management information.
• Experience in working closely with owner-managers.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all day-to-day finance activities with strong control and accuracy.
• Deliver clear management information, including forecasting and analysis.
• Introduce enhanced systems and processes for scalability.
• Provide insight and guidance for strategic decision-making.
• Manage relationships with external accountants.
• Support and mentor the existing finance team.

Skills

Fully qualified accountant (CIMA/ACCA/ACA)

Strong background in SME finance leadership

Proven experience developing financial processes

High-quality reporting and forecasting

Confident communicator

Proactive and improvement-focused

Job description

About The Company:

Our client is a successful and fast-growing SME that has demonstrated strong performance and consistent profitability since launch. With a solid operational foundation and an ongoing commitment to quality, innovation and sustainable growth, they offer an exciting environment for a finance professional looking to make a meaningful impact.

The Role:

We are seeking an experienced Finance Manager to join this ambitious owner‑managed business. This is a pivotal role where you will work closely with the founders to strengthen financial leadership, introduce improved systems and controls, and provide the insight needed to support future expansion. With the finance team currently at five people, the successful candidate will have the autonomy to shape the function, enhance reporting and drive process improvements across the department.

Key Responsibilities:

• Financial Leadership – Oversee all day‑to‑day finance activities, ensuring strong control, accuracy and best practice across the function.
• Reporting & Analysis – Deliver clear, concise and timely management information, including forecasting, performance analysis and financial modelling.
• Process & Systems Improvement – Introduce enhanced systems, processes and controls to support scalability and strengthen financial governance.
• Business Partnering – Work closely with the owners to provide insight, challenge and guidance to support strategic decision‑making.
• External Liaison – Manage the relationship with external accountants and reduce reliance through building stronger in‑house capability.
• Team Development – Support and mentor the existing finance team, encouraging growth and continuous improvement.

Desirable Skills:

• Fully qualified accountant (CIMA/ACCA/ACA) or equivalent experience
• Strong background in SME finance leadership or hands‑on management accounting
• Proven experience developing financial processes, systems and controls
• Ability to produce high‑quality reporting, forecasts and commercial analysis
• Confident communicator able to work closely with owner‑managers
• Proactive, improvement‑focused and comfortable working autonomously

Benefits:

• £65,000 salary (flexibility considered for strong candidates)
• Opportunity to shape and develop the finance function
• Significant scope for progression as the business grows
• Collaborative, forward‑thinking environment

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Farrer Barnes Ltd does not discriminate on the grounds of age, race, gender, disability, creed or sexual orientation and complies with all relevant UK legislation. Farrer Barnes Ltd acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers.