Finance Manager

Pure Human Resources Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment firm is seeking an experienced Finance Manager to oversee financial operations in a fast-paced FMCG environment. The ideal candidate will manage month-end processes, supervise a finance team, and ensure accurate reporting. This full-time position in the UK offers a competitive salary, hybrid working arrangements, and numerous benefits including private health insurance and product discounts.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Discretionary bonus

Private Health Insurance (after probation period)

Product discount of 60% off RRP

22 days of Annual Leave (plus an extra day for each worked year up to 5 days total)

Qualifications

• Proven experience in month-end close, management accounts, and reconciliation.
• Previous experience in a fast-moving, product-led, or FMCG environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving ability with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Manage month-end close process within tight deadlines.
• Supervise a small finance team and ensure accurate operations.
• Prepare monthly management accounts with detailed variance commentary.
• Complete monthly balance sheet reconciliations and ensure accuracy.
• Oversee accounts payable, receivable, and general ledger activities.
• Manage VAT returns, stock, and inventory control processes.

Skills

Management accounting

Month-end close

Analytical skills

Advanced Excel skills

Communication skills

Education

Qualified Accountant (ACCA, CIMA, ACA)

Tools

Xero

ERP systems

Job description

Finance Manager

FMCG goods Luxury Skincare & Beauty Tech

Hybrid Min 2 days per week in Andover Head Office

Permanent, full time

Salary 40-45k DOE

Experts in luxury skincare & beauty tech

Our client is entrepreneurial and dynamic company founded in 2013. They specialise in the development, distribution and management of luxury, cosmeceutical, spa and retail brands. Creative, yet commercial, the company has been achieving strong year-on-year growth with the team rapidly expanding to support the ongoing growth of the company and development of their portfolio both in the UK and internationally.

To join them on their exciting journey, they are currently looking for an experienced and hands‑on Finance Manager to support the Head of Finance in delivering accurate, timely financial reporting and maintaining full balance sheet control.

This is a fast‑paced, high‑volume role that would suit a commercially minded finance professional with strong management accounting and month‑end close experience. The successful candidate will supervise a small finance team, oversee core financial operations, and play a key role in driving process improvements and financial discipline across the business.

Finance Manager, the role:

• Manage the month‑end close process within tight deadlines (5 working days).
• Supervise a small finance team, ensuring smooth and accurate financial operations.
• Prepare monthly management accounts with detailed variance commentary.
• Complete monthly balance sheet reconciliations and ensure accuracy across ledgers.
• Oversee accounts payable, receivable, and general ledger activities.
• Manage VAT returns, stock, and inventory control processes.
• Handle daily financial transactions and reporting within Xero (experience with NETSuite, ERP systems, or similar advantageous).
• Weekly cash forecast planning.
• Support and oversee trade finance and invoice finance functions.
• Collaborate closely with the Head of Finance on ad‑hoc analysis, reporting, and process improvements.
• Contribute to policy development and assist with external audit preparation.
• Utilise advanced Excel skills to monitor, interpret, and report on financial data effectively.

Finance Manager, the person:

• Qualified Accountant (ACCA, CIMA, ACA) preferred.
• Proven experience in month‑end close, management accounts, and reconciliation.
• Previous experience within a fast‑moving, product‑led, or FMCG environment.
• Advanced Excel skills and expert knowledge of financial systems such as Xero or ERP platforms.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving ability with exceptional attention to detail.
• Clear, confident communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
• A proactive, hands‑on leader who thrives under pressure and enjoys being part of a fast‑paced, entrepreneurial team.

Finance Manager, the benefits:

• Competitive Salary
• Discretionary bonus
• Opportunity to work within a luxury product environment and personal development orientated business
• Flexible and hybrid remote working arrangements
• Private Health Insurance (after probation period)
• Opportunity to work in a commercial, friendly and supportive team
• Free Parking on site
• Product discount of 60% off RRP
• 22 days of Annual Leave (plus an extra day for every worked year up to 5 days in total)