Finance Manager

Carrington Wood; Falmouth; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist recruitment consultancy seeks an experienced Finance Manager in Falmouth to lead a finance team and enhance processes. The role involves overseeing accounting functions, ensuring compliance, and producing financial reports. Ideal candidates are AAT Level 4 qualified with management experience. Competitive salary of £45,000 – £50,000 and supportive working culture await you.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Supportive working culture

Ownership of finance function

Stability and long-term prospects

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing and developing finance staff.
• Strong, hands-on background across all areas of accounting.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Managing, mentoring, and developing a small finance team.
• Overseeing all core accounting activities.
• Producing accurate financial reports to support business decisions.

Skills

AAT Level 4 qualified or equivalent experience

Experience managing finance staff

Strong background in accounting

Excellent interpersonal skills

Organised and analytical

Problem-solving skills

Team-focused and adaptable

Job description

Finance Manager – Falmouth – Permanent
💰 Salary: £45,000 – £50,000 (depending on experience)
📍 Location: Falmouth
🕒 Hours: Onsite
📅 Start: ASAP

Are you a hands‑on finance professional looking to take ownership of a growing finance function? Do you enjoy leading a small team, improving processes, and playing a key role in the accuracy and performance of the finance operation? If so, this opportunity could be an excellent next step.

Carrington Wood is delighted to be supporting a well‑established business as they seek to appoint a Finance Manager. This is a varied, impactful role offering autonomy, stability, and the chance to drive continual improvement across the finance team.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• ✔ Managing, mentoring, and developing a small finance team
• ✔ Overseeing all core accounting activities including bookkeeping, reconciliations, reporting, and month‑end/year‑end processes
• ✔ Ensuring strong financial controls and compliance with internal policies and external regulations
• ✔ Producing accurate financial reports to support business decision‑making
• ✔ Partnering with internal departments to provide financial insight and operational support
• ✔ Enhancing processes, systems, and reporting frameworks
• ✔ Maintaining a positive, professional, and collaborative finance environment

What We’re Looking For:

• 💡 AAT Level 4 qualified or higher (or equivalent experience)
• 💡 Proven experience managing and developing finance staff
• 💡 Strong, hands‑on background across all areas of accounting
• 💡 Excellent interpersonal and communication skills – confident working with people at all levels
• 💡 Organised, analytical, and proactive with strong problem‑solving skills
• 💡 Adaptable, team‑focused, and keen to support continuous improvement

Why You’ll Love This Role:

• ✅ Competitive salary between £45,000 and £50,000
• ✅ Opportunity to take ownership of a well‑established finance function
• ✅ Supportive, collaborative working culture
• ✅ A key role with direct influence on financial operations and improvement
• ✅ Stable organisation with long‑term prospects

📅 Apply now for a confidential conversation about this Finance Manager opportunity in Falmouth.

Carrington Wood is a specialist recruitment consultancy supporting organisations across Cornwall, Devon, and the wider South West. We recruit across Finance, Administration, HR, Customer Service, and Business Development on both a temporary and permanent basis.