Finance Manager

Axon Moore; Runcorn; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A fast-growing SME with a £35m turnover seeks a Finance Manager to lead a team in a pivotal role. This position involves financial reporting, budgeting, and strategic business partnering while offering share options for motivated candidates. Ideal applicants will be fully qualified accountants with relevant experience in dynamic environments.

Qualifications

• 2+ years' experience in management accounting or FP&A, ideally in a high-growth or SME setting.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate management accounts including P&L and cash flow.
• Lead annual budgeting and maintain financial models.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and analyse profitability.

Skills

Financial Analysis

Budgeting

Business Partnering

Education

Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)

Tools

Power BI

Sage X3

Job description

| Finance Manager | High-Growth SME |c£50k to £60k + Share Options | Cheshire | Hybrid (4 days office / 1 remote)

Axon Moore is thrilled to partner with a fast-growing, entrepreneurial SME with a £35m turnover and an impressive increase in revenue planned for next year.

I'm seeking a qualified account who is ready to step up and make a real impact in an operational and visible Finance Manager's role. You'll lead a small team and report to a commercially focused FD.

This is a high-impact role offering exposure to senior stakeholders, involvement in FP&A, business partnering, and process improvement.

With a planned exit ahead, share options will provide a generous incentive and career-defining exposure!!

Key Responsibilities:

Financial Reporting & Analysis

• Prepare accurate and timely management accounts (P&L, balance sheet, cash flow), including FX reporting.
• Analyse financial performance and deliver insightful variance analysis.
• Produce clear reports with commentary to support strategic decisions.

Budgeting & Forecasting

• Lead annual budgeting and quarterly reforecasts with department heads.
• Maintain financial models for short- and long-term planning.
• Ensure budgetary control and cost efficiency across the business.

Cost & Profitability Analysis

• Identify cost-saving opportunities and support commercial pricing decisions.
• Analyse product and customer profitability, including gross and contribution margins.

Business Partnering

• Partner with Sales and E-commerce teams, providing financial insights.
• Support strategic projects, including new initiatives and product launches.
• Collaborate with operations, warehouse, and supply chain on performance improvements.

Systems & Process Improvement

• Enhance reporting systems (Power BI & Sage X3) and internal controls.
• Drive continuous process improvements and ensure accounting compliance.

Cash Flow Management

• Oversee cash forecasting and maintain strong liquidity.
• Manage working capital and support treasury activities.

The Candidate:

Qualifications

• Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent).
• 2+ years' experience in management accounting or FP&A, ideally in a high-growth or SME setting.

To apply for this role, please follow the link below, and for more information, please contact Maria @Axon Moore