Finance Manager

Make Events; Wilmslow; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading event management company in Wilmslow is seeking a Finance Manager to oversee financial control and reporting. You will manage monthly accounts, analysis, and budgeting processes. This role requires a qualified accountant with strong analytical skills and experience in a dynamic environment. The position allows for hybrid working and offers unlimited holidays, profit-related bonuses, and health support, contributing to a collaborative and energetic team culture.

Benefits

Unlimited holidays

Enhanced maternity & paternity pay

Profit-related bonus scheme

Medicash health cover

Discounted health club membership

Qualifications

• Qualified accountant with experience in the Events industry or similar fast-paced environment.
• Strong analytical skills needed for management information support.
• Ability to communicate financial concepts clearly with colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and present monthly financial reports to the Board.
• Perform variance analysis against budgets for cost control.
• Coordinate the annual budgeting process.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Autonomous working

Financial modelling

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent)

Tools

CRM systems (HubSpot, Procim)

Job description

Location: Wilmslow, Cheshire

Job Type: Full Time, Hybrid

Salary: £45,000- £50,000 DOE

Reporting to: Managing Director

ABOUT MAKE EVENTS

Make Events. That's what we do.

From Manchester to the World, we make unforgettable events and experiences, everywhere.

Building on our legacy, passion and relationships - we create and produce world-class corporate events and brand experiences that cut through the noise.

Our vision is bold.

To be the go‑to industry event partner for brands seeking to create world class events and brand experiences that cut through the noise.

PURPOSE OF THE ROLE

Make Events is a dynamic business specialising in creating and producing innovative and memorable events and experiences for an impressive portfolio of clients. With the recent appointment of a Managing Director and a Non-Executive Chairman, the company is entering an exciting phase of significant expansion over the next three years.

The Finance Manager will play a pivotal role in underpinning robust financial control and reporting, providing insight and guidance to support the business as it scales. This is an opportunity to contribute to the company’s growth journey, ensuring that financial strategy, management information, and operational oversight align with ambitious strategic objectives.

ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Full responsibility for the production, accuracy, and presentation of monthly management accounts.
• Perform variance analysis against budgets and forecasts to maintain strong cost control.
• Prepare and present monthly financial reports to the Board in a clear and relevant format.
• Produce weekly cash flow forecasts.
• Work closely with the MD and fractional FD to develop and refine monthly management information (MI).
• Ensure monthly reconciliations of all balance sheet accounts.
• Coordinate the annual budgeting process.
• Review payroll processes and PAYE/NI reconciliations.
• Manage quarterly VAT compliance.
• Serve as primary contact for external accountants and bookkeeper.
• Oversee credit control processes to maintain healthy cash flow.
• Manage accounts payable processes.
• Approve and oversee reconciliations for individual event projects.

ROLE REQUIREMENTS

• Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent).
• Experience in the Events industry or a similarly fast-moving, dynamic, and reactive environment.
• Ability to work autonomously and communicate effectively with colleagues at all levels, explaining and contextualising financial concepts and implications.
• Strong analytical skills, with the ability to proactively develop and enhance management information to support business decision‑making.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office; experience with CRM systems such as HubSpot and Procim is desirable.
• Experienced in preparing and interpreting monthly balance sheet reconciliations, particularly accruals, prepayments, and deferred income.
• Skilled in financial modelling, budgeting, and cash flow forecasting, especially in contexts with significant advance customer payments.
• Working knowledge of Corporation Tax regulations.

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

• Current driving license
• Always comply with the company code of conduct.
• Ability to work as part of a diverse team with colleagues from different viewpoints, cultures and countries.

LIFE AT MAKE EVENTS

At Make Events, we believe that brilliant events start with a brilliant team. We're a collaborative group of creatives, strategists, planners, producers, perfectionists, and problem‑solvers – all pulling in the same direction to make big things happen.

We run with it. We care deeply. We obsess over the details.

There are no egos here – just passion, trust, and a shared commitment to delivering the kind of work that makes us proud.

Whether we’re designing a global conference, sourcing a perfect venue, or managing a high‑stakes show call, we show up for each other and for our clients. Because we know that unforgettable experiences are built by people who love what they do – and do it together.

Big energy. Big ideas. One team. That’s what we do.

OUR VALUES - THE MAGIC THAT MAKES US

At the heart of everything we do is a relentless passion to create the ultimate experience, every single time. Every interaction we make.

Our values guide the way we work together as a team, and engage with our clients and partners.

RUN WITH IT

We don’t wait for things to happen; we make them happen.

REAL RELATIONSHIPS

We make it personal.

EXCELLENCE, FROM START TO FINISH

We make it seamless.

THE COURAGE TO CREATE

We make brands come alive.

WHAT WE OFFER

We don’t just create incredible experiences for our clients – we do it for our team too. Here’s what’s in it for you:

WORK YOUR WAY

Hybrid working that fits around real life.

UNLIMITED HOLIDAYS

Yes, really. Take the time you need to recharge – we trust you to use it wisely. (*Subject to policy)

ENHANCED MATERNITY & PATERNITY PAY

Because family matters – and we’ve got you.

PROFIT‑RELATED BONUS SCHEME

When the business wins, you win too. We’re in it together.

GROW WITH US

From coaching to courses, we invest in your personal and professional growth.

DEATH IN SERVICE POLICY

Support for your loved ones, should the worst ever happen.

MEDICASH HEALTH COVER

Dental, optical, medical and mental wellness support – on us.

DISCOUNTED HEALTH CLUB MEMBERSHIP

Your wellbeing matters – and we make it easier to prioritise.

SWEAT, LAUGH, REPEAT

Regular team socials, workouts, and feel‑good moments together.