Finance Manager

Harper May; Lewes; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A fast-scaling technology company in Lewes is seeking an experienced Finance Manager / Financial Controller for a 6-month contract. Responsibilities include overseeing finance operations, ensuring compliance with accounting standards, and supporting commercial decision-making during a critical growth phase. Candidates must be ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualified with prior experience in a tech or SaaS environment. This role offers an immediate start.

Qualifications

• Strong post-qualified experience in finance
• Familiar with UK accounting standards and reporting requirements
• Experience in a tech, SaaS, or startup environment preferred

Responsibilities

• Lead the month-end close process and management accounts preparation
• Oversee accounts payable/receivable and bank reconciliations
• Support budgeting and cash flow management
• Ensure compliance with financial controls and tax filings
• Liaise with auditors and external advisors as needed
• Contribute to finance transformation and process improvements

Skills

Strong technical grounding

Excel skills

Proactive and detail-oriented

Confidence in managing operations and strategy

Education

ACA / ACCA / CIMA qualification

Tools

Cloud-based finance systems

Job description

Finance Manager / Financial Controller – 6-Month FTC

Technology – SaaS

Our client is a fast‑scaling technology company operating in the SaaS space.With continued growth and ongoing transformation across the finance function, they are seeking a hands‑on Finance Manager / Financial Controller to join on an initial 6‑month fixed‑term contract. This role is ideal for someone with strong technical grounding who can hit the ground running in a fast‑paced, product‑led environment.

Role Overview

Reporting into the CFO, the Finance Manager / Controller will take ownership of the day‑to‑day finance operations, month‑end close, and internal reporting. You’ll also play a key role in streamlining processes, strengthening controls, and supporting commercial decision‑making during a critical growth phase.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the month‑end close process, including preparation of management accounts and commentary
• Oversee AP/AR, bank reconciliations, and general ledger maintenance
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management
• Deliver balance sheet reconciliations and variance analysis
• Ensure compliance with financial controls, tax filings, and statutory requirements
• Liaise with auditors, external advisors, and other stakeholders as needed
• Contribute to finance transformation initiatives and process improvement projects
• Support the wider business with ad hoc analysis and commercial insights

Candidate Profile

• ACA / ACCA / CIMA qualified, with strong post‑qualified experience
• Prior experience in a fast‑paced tech, SaaS, or startup environment preferred
• Solid understanding of UK accounting standards, controls, and reporting requirements
• Strong Excel skills and comfortable using cloud‑based finance systems
• Proactive, detail‑oriented, and confident managing both operations and strategy
• Available at short notice or immediately