Finance Manager

Caretech; Uxbridge; On-site; GBP 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A finance-focused organization in Uxbridge is seeking a Qualified Accountant to manage shared services costs and produce timely management accounts. This role involves supporting the budget process, collaborating on strategic projects, and providing financial guidance to department heads. Candidates with experience in finance roles are encouraged to apply. Excellent benefits include a competitive salary of circa £75,000, 25 days of holiday, and a stakeholder pension scheme.

Benefits

25 days annual leave + bank holidays

Stakeholder pension scheme

Free Employee Assistance Programme

Excellent transport links

Nearby car parks

Qualifications

• 1-2 years' experience in a similar multi-site finance role.
• Proven track record of meeting reporting and analysis deadlines.
• Experience working with external stakeholders in commercial negotiations.

Responsibilities

• Support the Commercial Finance Director in budgetary compliance.
• Produce and analyse monthly central cost reporting packs.
• Lead the annual budget process alongside the Commercial Finance Director.

Skills

Qualified Accountant

Strong commercial acumen

Strong Excel skills

Collaboration with non-financial managers

Tools

Coldharbour financials

Job description

Qualified Accountant - Uxbridge (Head Office)

Circa £75,000 + 25 days holiday + bank holidays Hours: 9:00am-5:30pm, Reporting to the Group Commercial Finance Director, you will play a key role in managing shared services costs and producing accurate and timely management accounts. You'll also be a central figure in the annual budgeting process and provide strategic financial insight across the business.

Responsibilities

• Support the Commercial Finance Director in budgetary compliance and identifying cost‑saving opportunities.
• Provide financial guidance to Heads of Shared Service departments, ensuring strong financial understanding and performance.
• Produce and analyse monthly central cost reporting packs and forecasts.
• Collaborate on strategic projects and initiatives.
• Lead the annual budget process alongside the Commercial Finance Director and BUFCs.
• Ensure reporting deadlines are met and results are accurately recorded.
• Assist with financial due diligence for acquisitions and post‑acquisition integration.
• Investigate underlying trends and variances to support data‑driven decisions.
• Undertake additional duties in line with the role as required.

Are you a Qualified Accountant looking to take the next step in your career? We are seeking an experienced finance professional to join our Head Office in Uxbridge. Candidates currently working in Practice and looking to transition into Industry are particularly encouraged to apply.

Essential

• Qualified Accountant.
• 1-2 years' experience in a similar multi‑site finance role.
• Strong commercial acumen and understanding of market context.
• Proven track record of meeting reporting and analysis deadlines.
• Experience working with external stakeholders in commercial negotiations.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with non‑financial managers.
• Strong Excel skills and solid systems knowledge.
• Flexible, proactive, and a strong team player.

Desirable

• Experience within the Health & Social Care sector, ideally Children's Services.
• Knowledge of Coldharbour financials.

Benefits

• Competitive salary circa £75,000.
• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays.
• Stakeholder pension scheme.
• Free Employee Assistance Programme.
• Excellent transport links - 5-minute walk from Uxbridge Station and major bus routes.
• Nearby car parks (5-minute walk).