Finance Manager in Monmouth

Brook Street; Monmouth; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable agency is seeking a hands-on Finance Manager in Monmouth, UK, to lead the finance function and support strategic decisions. The ideal candidate will manage financial reporting, oversee a small finance team, and drive efficiency in financial processes. Strong experience in management accounts and cash flow is essential. The role offers enhanced benefits including holiday entitlement, development opportunities, and pension contributions.

Benefits

Enhanced holiday entitlement (up to 6 weeks)

Continued learning and development

Exclusive private benefits

Free parking

Free lunch

Staff wellbeing portal

Company Pension

Qualifications

• Experience in producing accurate management accounts, budgets and forecasts.
• Strong track record in cash flow management and working capital control.
• Proactive and organised with multiple priorities and deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day running of the finance function.
• Lead month-end and year-end processes including reconciliations and reporting.
• Manage cash flow forecasting and banking relationships.

Skills

Management accounts preparation

Cash flow management

Stakeholder communication

Excel proficiency

Continuous improvement mindset

Education

Qualified or QBE Finance Manager / Management Accountant

Tools

Modern accounting software

Job description

My client is a successful and growing organisation seeking a hands‑on Finance Manager to lead the day-to‑day finance function and support strategic decision making. This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious finance professional who enjoys both operational ownership and business partnering.

The role

• Oversee the day‑to‑day running of the finance function, ensuring accurate and timely financial information.

• Lead month‑end and year‑end processes, including journals, reconciliations, variance analysis and management reporting.

• Produce monthly management accounts and insightful commentary for senior leadership, highlighting trends, risks and opportunities.

• Manage cash flow forecasting, working capital and banking relationships to support the organisation's growth plans.

• Prepare budgets and reforecasts in collaboration with budget holders, challenging assumptions and driving financial performance.

• Maintain and strengthen financial controls, policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with relevant regulation and best practice.

• Support the preparation of statutory accounts and liaise with external auditors and other advisors as required.

• Oversee and develop a small finance team, providing coaching, support and clear direction.

• Contribute to finance systems and process improvements, driving efficiency and better use of data across the business.

About you

This role is subject to an enhanced DBS

• Qualified or QBE Finance Manager / Management Accountant with experience in a similar role.

• Strong track record of producing accurate management accounts, budgets and forecasts.

• Confident in cash flow management and working capital control.

• Comfortable working with stakeholders across non‑finance teams, able to explain financial information clearly.

• Proactive, organised and able to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.

• Strong Excel skills and experience of using modern accounting software.

• A continuous‑improvement mindset, keen to enhance processes, reporting and controls.

Benefits

• Enhanced holiday entitlement (up to 6 weeks)
• Continued learning and development
• Exclusive private benefits and access to on‑site facilities
• Free parking
• Free lunch
• Staff wellbeing portal
• Company Pension
• Learn, grow and develop a team

Apply now or contact Luke at Brook Street Cardiff

Brook Street NMR is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.