Finance Manager

Oasis Business Personnel Ltd; Northampton; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Finance Manager in Northampton to manage core financial operations across multiple businesses. The role involves overseeing VAT compliance, payroll, budgeting, and strategic financial planning. Candidates must have a minimum AAT Level 3 qualification and experience in management accounting within a multi-entity organization. This position is in-person with a supportive team and opportunities for career growth.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Private health care coverage

Regular team events

Opportunities for career progression

Qualifications

• Minimum AAT Level 3 qualified or equivalent experience.
• Strong understanding of multi-entity finance.
• Professional integrity and discretion with confidential information.

Responsibilities

• Manage month-end process and journal entries.
• Compile management accounts for review.
• Prepare VAT returns and manage payroll.

Skills

Management accounting

Excel proficiency

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Education

AAT Level 3 qualification or equivalent

Tools

Sage

Zoho Books

Job description

Overview

Finance Manager - Permanent – based in Northampton, NN4

As the Finance Manager, you will be responsible for the effective delivery of core financial operations across a group of three diverse businesses. You will manage key areas including VAT compliance, payroll, budgeting, forecasting, and monthly reporting. This role combines hands-on financial management with strategic oversight and requires a proactive and detail-oriented individual with experience in multi-entity finance environments.

Responsibilities

• Manage the month-end process, including journal entries and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Compile and present management accounts for senior leadership review.
• Prepare and submit VAT returns in compliance with HMRC regulations.
• Process and manage monthly payroll accurately and within set deadlines.
• Lead annual budget preparation and forecasting, including variance analysis against business objectives.
• Prepare consolidated year-end accounts and deliver accurate financial reporting across the group.
• Produce timely and detailed cash flow forecasts for all businesses.
• Support statutory compliance obligations including PAYE, P11Ds, and Corporation Tax documentation.
• Maintain accurate financial records across different cost centres and business entities.
• Work closely with operational, e-commerce, and product development teams to ensure accurate and insightful reporting.
• Provide financial insights to support strategic planning and business case development.

Person Specification

• AAT Level 3 qualified (minimum) or equivalent experience.
• Strong understanding of management accounting in a multi-entity environment.
• Proficiency in Excel, including advanced functions (VLOOKUPs, PivotTables, etc.).
• High attention to detail and commitment to producing accurate financial data.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills.
• Ability to work independently and prioritise tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Professional integrity and discretion when handling confidential information.
• Familiarity with accounting platforms such as Sage or Zoho Books.
• Knowledge of SaaS metric reporting and CRM system integrations.

Experience

• Previous experience in a finance or management accounting role within a multi-entity organisation is essential.
• Demonstrated ability to manage payroll, prepare management accounts, and deliver accurate cash flow forecasting.
• Experience producing consolidated accounts and working closely with operational teams to support financial decision-making.
• Experience working in SaaS, e-commerce, or subscription-based business models.

Hours of Work

• Core working hours: Monday to Friday, with flexibility considered where required - 35 Hours

Work Location

• In Person

Benefits

• Competitive salary, dependent on experience.
• Private health care coverage.
• Regular team events and company-wide activities.
• Exposure to a variety of industries and business models.
• Opportunity to develop and influence finance processes in a growing organisation.
• Supportive, collaborative team environment with room for career progression.

If you are interested, please get in touch ASAP or if this is not the exact role you are searching for, please do not hesitate to contact me directly to discuss other opportunities.

Disclaimer - Oasis Business Personnel strives to be an equal opportunities employer and is committed to treating all applicants alike. Oasis Business Personnel does not treat any individual on grounds of sex, age, colour, marital status, race, nationality or ethnic or national origin, religion, sexual orientation, disability or membership or non-membership of a trade union, less favourably than others. All vacancies advertised are open to all ages.