Finance Manager (12 Month FTC)

OCU; Stockport; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services company in Stockport is seeking a Finance Manager on a 12-month FTC with potential for permanence. This role involves end-to-end financial reporting, managing the month-end processes, and leading a small team. The ideal candidate is a qualified accountant with strong analytical skills and a collaborative approach. Offering a competitive salary, benefits, and a chance to grow within a dynamic organization.

Benefits

Competitive salary + benefits package

25 days annual leave + bank holidays

Pension contributions

On-site gym facilities

Free parking

Qualifications

• Proven track record producing management accounts and statutory accounts end-to-end.
• Ability to thrive in fast-paced, high-growth environments.
• Comfortable working with large data sets.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end financial reporting for the Utilities.
• Take ownership of month-end processes.
• Manage and develop a small team of Management Accountants.
• Lead the annual external audit process.
• Partner closely with other teams for insights.
• Drive improvements in reporting accuracy.

Skills

Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA)

Strong post-qualification experience

Collaborative approach

Confident communicator

Advanced Excel skills

Strong analytical mindset

Tools

D365

Job description

Overview

Finance Manager (12-Month FTC - Maternity Cover, with potential to extend/convert to permanent)

Location: Stockport (Office Based)

Reports to: Financial Controller - Utilities

Department: Group Finance

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end financial reporting for OCU Utility Services
• Take full ownership of month-end processes, ensuring tight deadlines are met
• Deliver full management accounts packs with commentary, reporting into the Group
• Manage, develop and collaborate with 1-2 direct reports (Management Accountants)
• Lead the annual external audit process for your entity and ensure compliance with statutory requirements
• Review and produce statutory accounts for the Utilities entity, including oversight of small entity reporting
• Partner closely with Commercial, FP&A and transactional teams to provide accurate and timely insights
• Drive improvements in reporting accuracy, controls, and processes
• Contribute to ad-hoc projects, including acquisitions and integration activity

What We're Looking For

• Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) with strong post-qualification experience
• Proven track record producing management accounts and statutory accounts end-to-end
• Collaborative, "no ego" approach - thrives in fast-paced, high-growth environments
• Confident communicator - able to engage stakeholders across finance, commercial and operational functions
• Advanced Excel skills (comfortable with large data sets)
• Experience with D365 (desirable)
• Strong analytical mindset with the ability to balance detail with big-picture thinking

Why Join OCU?

• Competitive salary + benefits package + company bonus scheme
• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays
• Pension contributions
• Newly refurbished Head Office in Stockport with free parking and on-site gym facilities
• A genuine opportunity to grow with a PE-backed, international business scaling at speed

Apply now and be part of OCU's exciting growth journey