Finance Manager

Agility Resoucing; Harrogate; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm in Harrogate is seeking a proactive Finance Manager to shape and strengthen their finance function. The ideal candidate will have experience in managing accounts, implementing finance processes, and leading a team. This role offers a competitive salary of around £42k, hybrid working, and excellent growth opportunities within a high-growth organization.

Benefits

Bonus

25 days holidays

Pension

Flexible Working

Qualifications

• Proven experience in management accounts and financial reporting.
• Track record of implementing or improving finance processes and controls.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Developing and implementing finance processes, systems, and controls.
• Managing and mentoring a team of two finance staff.
• Producing timely and accurate monthly management accounts.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA)

Job description

My client is looking to recruit a Finance Manager to take a leading role in shaping and strengthening their finance function. This is an exciting opportunity for a proactive, hands-on finance professional who thrives on implementing processes and driving improvements. This is a high growth company with solid investment and high growth plans for the future.

The Role

As Finance Manager, you will be instrumental in establishing and embedding best-practice financial processes and procedures, ensuring robust controls and efficient reporting. You will oversee and support two members of the finance team, fostering their development while ensuring smooth day-to-day operations.

Key responsibilities include:

• Developing and implementing finance processes, systems, and controls
• Managing and mentoring a team of two finance staff
• Producing timely and accurate monthly management accounts
• Preparing and delivering ad hoc financial analysis and reports for the Senior Management Team
• Supporting decision-making with insightful commentary and recommendations
• Ensuring compliance with statutory requirements and internal policies

About You

We are looking for someone who is both detail-oriented and commercially minded, able to balance hands-on delivery with strategic improvements.

Essential skills and experience:

• Qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) or equivalent experience
• Proven experience in management accounts and financial reporting
• Track record of implementing or improving finance processes and controls
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly

Why Join ?

This is a fantastic opportunity to make your mark in a growing organisation. You'll have the autonomy to shape the finance function, influence senior stakeholders, and build a high-performing team, while gaining exposure to a broad range of business activities.

On Offer

• Salary c £42k plus bonus
• Hybrid / Flexible Working
• 25 days holidays
• Pension

For immediate consideration please send your CV to Suzanne at Agility.

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