Finance Manager

Cooper Edwards Ltd; Harrogate; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Pension

Career development

Job summary

Cooper Edwards Ltd in Harrogate is seeking an experienced Finance Manager to take ownership of the finance function. The role focuses on robust reporting, forecasting, and cash flow management, with the opportunity to shape the finance team as the business grows.

The ideal candidate is fully qualified (ACCA/CIMA), highly proficient in Excel and Xero, and brings a proactive, commercially minded leadership style to a care-focused organisation.

Qualifications

• Fully qualified accountant (ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) with proven finance manager experience.
• Strong knowledge of financial reporting, tax, audit and financial controls.
• Advanced Excel and accounting software skills, ideally including Xero.
• Proactive, commercially minded leader with excellent organisation, communication and problem-solving skills.
• Hands-on, trustworthy and resilient, with a commitment to high standards of care.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the day-to-day finance function, ensuring accurate reporting, robust financial controls and efficient processes.
• Prepare monthly management accounts and support budgeting, forecasting and cash flow management.
• Manage client invoicing, debtors, creditors, supplier payments, payroll, expenses and pensions.
• Monitor financial performance, ensure compliance with statutory requirements and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Work closely with the Managing Director, external accountants and operational teams, while developing and mentoring the finance team as the business grows.

Skills

Financial reporting

Tax knowledge

Excel

Xero

Commercial leadership

Problem solving

Education

ACCA/CIMA or equivalent

Tools

Access health and social care software

Job description

Finance Manager

Location: Harrogate
Salary: £40,000 £50,000 per annum, depending on experience
Hours: Full-time, office-based

We are a leading provider of high-quality home care services for older people, recognised with an Outstanding rating from the Care Quality Commission (CQC) across our branches. As we continue to grow, we re looking for an experienced Finance Manager to take ownership of our finance function, support business performance and drive continuous improvement. This is an exciting opportunity to join a supportive, ambitious organisation where you can make a real impact and help shape the future of the finance team.

The Role

• Oversee the day-to-day finance function, ensuring accurate reporting, robust financial controls and efficient processes.

• Prepare monthly management accounts and support budgeting, forecasting and cash flow management.

• Manage client invoicing, debtors, creditors, supplier payments, payroll, expenses and pensions.

• Monitor financial performance, ensure compliance with statutory requirements and identify opportunities for improvement.

• Work closely with the Managing Director, external accountants and operational teams, while developing and mentoring the finance team as the business grows.

The Ideal Candidate

• Fully qualified accountant (ACCA, CIMA or equivalent), with proven experience in a Finance Manager or similar role.

• Strong technical knowledge of financial reporting, tax, audit and financial controls.

• Advanced Excel and accounting software skills, ideally including Xero; experience with Access health and social care software would be advantageous.

• A proactive, commercially minded leader with excellent organisation, communication and problem-solving skills.

• Hands-on, trustworthy and resilient, with a positive attitude and a genuine commitment to high standards of care.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary of £40,000 £50,000, depending on experience.

• 25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays.

• Pension scheme.

• Opportunities for career development and progression.

• The chance to make a real impact within a growing, values-led care organisation.