Finance Manager

Hawk 3 Talent Solutions; London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent firm is seeking a Commercial Finance Manager in Banbury, Oxfordshire, responsible for guiding finance operations and team management. This full-time position requires an accomplished professional with qualifications in accounting and significant experience in finance roles. The successful candidate will oversee AP/AR functions, ensure compliance, manage forecasting, and support strategic decision-making, while enjoying a benefits package and a scope for career growth.

Benefits

23 days holiday + UK bank holidays

Holiday buying scheme

Life insurance

Annual performance-related bonus

Cycle to Work scheme

Health Cash Plan after one year

On-site training and modern facilities

Clear progression path and development opportunities

Regular employee events and charitable initiatives

Free on-site parking

Qualifications

• Experienced in a similar finance management or commercial finance role.
• Strong understanding of cash flow, forecasting, AP/AR, and financial controls.
• Team leadership experience with a track record of improving finance processes.

Responsibilities

• Manage and support Accounts Payable and Receivable teams.
• Drive improvements in financial systems and controls.
• Lead short- and long-term cash flow forecasting.
• Own monthly P&L forecasting and support annual budget planning.
• Approve bank reconciliations and ensure process accuracy.

Skills

Accounts Payable and Receivable management

Cash flow forecasting

Financial modelling

Advanced Excel skills

Team leadership

Stakeholder management

Education

Part-qualified or fully qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA)

Job description

Finance Manager

Banbury, Oxfordshire OX16
£45,000 £55,000 per annum (depending on experience) + benefits + bonus

Full-time, Permanent office based role (38.5 hours/week)

Commutable from Brackley, Buckingham, Bicester, Leamington Spa, Southam

Hawk 3 Talent Solutions are looking for an experienced Commercial Finance Manager to join a large growing company based in Banbury, Oxfordshire.

The Role

A newly created opportunity following a finance team restructure, this role offers real scope to influence commercial performance and operational finance at a strategic level.

We are looking for a capable and detail-oriented Commercial Finance Manager to take ownership of key finance functions, oversee AP and AR teams, and provide critical financial insight to help shape business decision-making. The role reports directly to the Group Finance Director.

Key Responsibilities

Team Leadership

• Manage and support Accounts Payable and Receivable teams
• Oversee timely and accurate processing of transactions and queries
• Drive improvements in financial systems and controls

Operational Finance & Compliance

• Manage Duty Deferment Account and ensure accurate HMRC reporting
• Oversee documentation and compliance for bonded warehouse operations
• Approve bank reconciliations and ensure process accuracy

Cash Flow & FX Management

• Lead short- and long-term cash flow forecasting
• Manage foreign exchange exposure and implement mitigation strategies

Forecasting & Budgeting

• Own monthly P&L forecasting and support annual budget planning
• Deliver financial modelling and business insight to key stakeholders

Rebates

• Lead on rebate reconciliations and approvals in line with commercial policies

Other

• Support with ad hoc finance projects and reporting as required

Skills and Experience required

• Part-qualified or fully qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA) or qualified by experience
• Proven experience in a similar finance management or commercial finance role
• Strong understanding of cash flow, forecasting, AP/AR, and financial controls
• Experience with customs processes or bonded warehouse operations is highly desirable
• Team leadership experience and a track record of improving finance processes
• Advanced Excel and financial modelling skills
• Strong communication, organisation, and stakeholder management skills

This role would suit someone in an FP&A or commercial finance position looking to broaden their responsibilities and influence in a growing and commercially focused business.

Benefits

• 23 days holiday + UK bank holidays (rising to 25 with service)
• Holiday buying scheme (after probation)
• Life insurance
• Annual performance-related bonus (post-probation)
• Cycle to Work scheme (post-probation)
• Health Cash Plan after one year (including dental, optical, physio, and more)
• On-site training and modern facilities
• Clear progression path and development opportunities
• Regular employee events and charitable initiatives
• Free on-site parking

If you would like to apply for the role of Accounts and Finance Assistant then please email your CV to (url removed) or call Deb on (phone number removed)

Closing date is 21.8.2025 Please note this could change subject to suitable applications.

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