Finance Manager, SME, Antrim ( Route to FD )

VANRATH; Newtownabbey; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm in Northern Ireland is seeking an experienced Finance Manager who will take charge of financial operations and report directly to senior management. This role offers the opportunity to progress to Financial Director within 2-3 years. Candidates should have a strong commercial acumen and experience in financial modeling, budgeting, and forecasting. The position provides excellent salary and hybrid working options.

Benefits

Excellent salary

Bonus

Hybrid working

31 DAYS Holiday plus your birthday off

Social events

Medical cover

Qualifications

• Qualified / Part Qualified Accountant.
• Strong commercial acumen.
• Excellent analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all day-to-day financial operations including accounting, budgeting, cash flow, and payroll.
• Lead preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual management accounts.
• Produce accurate financial reports and interpret financial data to support strategic decisions.

Skills

Qualified / Part Qualified Accountant

Strong commercial acumen

Excellent analytical skills

Background in financial modelling, budgeting and forecasting

SME or shared services experience

Job description

Overview

Job Description

How would you like a hands on Finance Manager role that offers a direct route to Financial Director in 2 years time?

VANRATH are delighted to be partnering with a successful, ambitious and growth orientated SME in Antrim in helping recruit for a Finance Manager.

As Finance Manager you'll take ownership of the company's financial operations, reporting, and planning. You'll be a key advisor to senior management, ensuring financial health, compliance, and efficiency while identifying opportunities for growth and cost savings.

What’s in it for you

• Excellent salary
• Bonus
• Hybrid working
• ROUTE TO FD IN 2-3 YEARS
• 31 DAYS Holiday, plus your birthday off
• Social events
• Medical cover

About you

• Qualified / Part Qualified Accountant
• Strong commercial acumen
• Excellent analytical skills
• Background in financial modelling, budgeting and forecasting
• SME or shared services experience desirable.

What you’ll do

• Oversee all day-to-day financial operations including accounting, budgeting, cash flow, and payroll.
• Lead preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual management accounts.
• Produce accurate financial reports and interpret financial data to support strategic decisions.
• Develop and manage budgeting processes, forecasts, and financial planning.
• Manage relationships with auditors, banks, and external advisors.
• Monitor key financial KPIs and implement cost control measures.
• Oversee Accounts Payable and Receivable, ensuring healthy working capital management.
• Oversee the Financial Planning Analysis and make recommendations to improve efficiency and reduce cost.
• Implement and maintain robust financial controls and systems
• Managing the operating costs and analysing the cost variances.

For further information on this vacancy, or any other Finance job in Northern Ireland, apply via the link below or contact ADRIAN HARRISON for a confidential chat today.

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