Finance Manager

Meridian Business Support; Yeovil; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established business in Yeovil seeks a Finance Manager to lead financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting processes. The candidate will produce management accounts, conduct financial analysis, and support commercial decisions while managing the finance team. Essential qualifications include ACA, ACCA, or CIMA and a degree in Finance or Accounting. Experience with Microsoft Business Central and strong analytical skills are required. This role offers an opportunity for impactful leadership in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Qualified ACA, ACCA or CIMA with a degree in Finance, Accounting or a related discipline.
• Proven experience as a Finance Manager or in a similar senior finance leadership role.
• Strong commercial acumen and experience in improving margins and working capital.

Responsibilities

• Lead financial planning, budgeting, forecasting and re-forecasting processes.
• Produce accurate management accounts and financial statements.
• Deliver financial analysis and KPI reporting for decision making.

Skills

Financial Planning

Budgeting

Forecasting

Financial Analysis

Stakeholder Management

ERP Systems (Microsoft Business Central)

Advanced Excel

Problem-Solving

People Management

Education

ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified

Degree in Finance, Accounting or related discipline

Tools

Microsoft Business Central

Job description

We are looking for a Finance Manager for a well established business based in Yeovil. This Finance Manager role is permanent and will be responsible for the preparation of financial information across the US part of the business. On a daily basis, you will work closely with the internal business units to track performance, understand and improve margins, improve cost control and also stock management.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead financial planning, budgeting, forecasting and re forecastingprocesses across the US business
• Produce accurate and timely management accounts, board packs and statutory financial statements
• Deliver robust financial analysis, margin reviews and KPI reporting to support commercial decision‑making
• Lead the implementation and optimisation of Microsoft Business Central for the US entity, working with IT, external consultants and operational teams
• Manage cash flow, working capital and liquidity, including 13‑week cash flow forecasting
• Support treasury activities, including foreign exchange exposure and hedging strategies
• Strengthen financial controls, risk management processes and cost centre reporting
• Partner with senior stakeholders to improve cost control, stock management and overall business performance
• Manage, mentor and develop the finance team, embedding a high‑performance culture
• Coordinate external audits and maintain strong relationships with auditors and external advisors

Key Skills & Experience

• ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified (or equivalent) with a degree in Finance, Accounting or a related discipline
• Proven experience in a Finance Manager or similar senior finance leadership role
• Strong commercial acumen with a track record of improving margins, EBITDA and working capital
• Hands‑on experience with ERP systems (Microsoft Business Central is highly desirable) and advanced Excel skills
• Excellent analytical, problem‑solving and decision‑making abilities
• Confident communicator with the ability to influence senior stakeholders and present financial insights clearly
• Strong people management skills with experience leading and developing finance teams
• High attention to detail with a strong focus on accuracy, governance and compliance