Finance Manager

Pro Talent; Polegate; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking organization in Polegate is seeking an experienced Finance Manager to oversee end-to-end financial operations. This pivotal role includes responsibilities such as managing financial controls, regulatory compliance, budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management. The ideal candidate will have strong technical accounting knowledge, experience with Sage, and proven leadership skills. Join a dynamic team and contribute to shaping the financial strategy of a growing business.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Finance Manager or similar senior finance role.
• Strong technical accounting knowledge and regulatory understanding.
• Excellent leadership skills managing a finance team.

Responsibilities

• Manage the preparation and posting of journals.
• Lead the full Sage-based month-end process.
• Produce financial reports and monitor financial health.
• Prepare and submit FCA RMAR returns.
• Maintain and reconcile the monthly balance sheet.
• Oversee daily and long-term cashflow.

Skills

Financial management

Sage proficiency

Leadership

Analytical skills

Regulatory compliance

Forecasting and budgeting

Tools

Sage software

Excel

Job description

Finance Manager

The Opportunity

ProTalent is delighted to be partnering with a dynamic and forward-thinking business in their search for an experienced Finance Manager. This is a pivotal role where you’ll be responsible for the end-to-end financial operations, reporting directly to the Managing Director and leading a dedicated team of five across finance and debt management.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a confident and capable finance professional to play a key role in shaping the financial strategy of a growing, fast-paced organisation.

The Role

As Finance Manager, you will take full ownership of the financial function, ensuring robust financial control, accurate reporting, and strategic financial insight. Your responsibilities will include:

Financial Control & Month-End

• Managing the preparation and posting of journals

• Leading the full Sage-based month-end process

• Maintaining and reconciling the monthly balance sheet

• Producing Profit & Loss reports with commentary

• Creating monthly finance reports for senior leadership

• Monitoring financial health and ensuring solvency

Regulatory Compliance

• Preparing and submitting FCA RMAR returns

• Ensuring compliance with statutory and regulatory financial obligations

Budgeting & Forecasting

• Developing and maintaining forecasts and budgets

• Conducting variance analysis to support business decisions

• Producing Board Packs with financial results and strategic insight

• Contributing to long-term planning via performance and KPI reporting

Cashflow & Operational Finance

• Overseeing daily and long-term cashflow

• Authorising payment runs, ensuring financial alignment

• Responding to ad-hoc reporting requests

Management Information & Bonus Calculations

• Maintaining company MI reports

• Calculating company bonuses based on performance metrics

Team Leadership

• Leading and developing a team of five

• Setting objectives, conducting reviews, and supporting development

• Fostering a culture of excellence, accuracy, and accountability

The Ideal Candidate

• Proven experience as a Finance Manager or similar senior finance role

• Strong technical accounting knowledge and regulatory understanding (FCA exposure highly desirable)

• Proficient in Sage and advanced Excel

• Skilled in producing management accounts, forecasts, and board-level reports

• Excellent leadership skills with experience managing a finance team

• Highly organised, analytical, and proactive

• Work directly with senior leadership and influence company strategy

• Lead and shape a committed finance team

• Be part of a supportive, fast-paced, and growing environment

• Enjoy autonomy, responsibility, and professional growth

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