Finance Manager

Marmion; Harrogate; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

Career progression

Growth opportunity

Job summary

Marmion is seeking a commercially aware Finance Manager to join our Harrogate-based SME in a hybrid working setup. This hands-on role combines day-to-day financial management with strategic analysis to drive growth and inform decision-making.

Reporting to the Managing Director, you will oversee management accounts, budgets, forecasts, VAT, audits, and financial controls, plus commercial analysis for acquisitions and projects. UK-resident candidates with ACCA/ACA/CIMA or equivalent are preferred.

Qualifications

• Qualified accountant with professional certification.
• Strong leadership and people-management skills.
• Experience in SME finance and commercial analysis.

Responsibilities

• Manage month-end and year-end financial reporting processes.
• Prepare management accounts, budgets, forecasts, and cash flow projections.
• Monitor financial performance and provide commercial analysis and recommendations.
• Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and general ledger functions.
• Support acquisitions, projects and strategic developments as needed.
• Prepare VAT returns and ensure compliance with regulations.
• Support annual audit and year-end accounting activities.
• Provide financial insights to senior management and stakeholders.
• Maintain and improve internal controls and processes.
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency and reporting.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Leadership experience

Financial analysis

Education

ACCA/ACA/CIMA or equivalent

Tools

Xero

Job description

Are you an ambitious and commercially aware finance professional who enjoys working within a fast-paced and entrepreneurial environment?

If you're keen to join a growing and dynamic organisation where you can make a real impact and drive financial growth, we'd love to hear from you.

• Up to £50,000 pa
• Harrogate based business – Hybrid working options
• Genuine opportunity to influence strategic decision-making
• Career progression opportunities as the business continues to grow

The Role

Reporting directly to the Manager Director, the Finance Manager will play a pivotal role in driving the financial success of this growing business. This is a hands-on position that combines day-to-day financial management with commercial analysis and strategic planning.

You'll be responsible for managing the effective financial operations of the business, including management accounts, preparation and review of budgets & forecasts, and financial performance. You'll work closely with senior leadership to provide meaningful financial insight that supports informed business decisions and sustainable growth.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage the month-end and year-end financial reporting processes
• Prepare management accounts, budgets, forecasts, and cash flow projections
• Monitor financial performance and provide commercial analysis and recommendations
• Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and general ledger functions
• Support future acquisitions, projects and strategic business developments where required
• Prepare VAT returns and ensure compliance with financial regulations
• Support annual audit and year-end accounting activities
• Provide financial reporting and insights to senior management and stakeholders
• Maintain and improve financial controls, processes, and procedures
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, reporting and financial performance

Key Skills & Experience:

• Professional accounting qualifications – ACCA, ACA, CIMA, or equivalent
• Proven experience in a Finance Manager, Management Accountant, or similar finance leadership role
• Advanced Excel skills and experience with Xero
• Experience working within an SME environment; ideally, you'll have experience supporting a growing SME business and scaling operations
• Strong management accounting, budgeting, forecasting, and reporting experience
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong communication skills with the ability to influence non-financial stakeholders
• High levels of accuracy, organisation and attention to detail
• UK resident with unrestricted right to work in the UK

Our Client

Is a forward-thinking Media & Marketing company with a strong presence in the local area and exciting plans for growth. They offer a mix of creative advertising solutions, ranging from radio campaigns and digital marketing to consumer voucher promotions, working with businesses of all sizes and industries.

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