Finance Manager: Strategic Insights & Growth Forecasting

Potensis; Oxford; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Potensis is pleased to partner with a trusted Residential Developer who has built an enviable reputation for delivering high-end, complex, design-led projects. They are recruiting a Finance Manager to join the Finance team and help drive the business’s long-term growth plans in Oxford.

The role involves month-end, forecasting, board reporting, audit coordination, and governance across the division, with opportunities to streamline processes and enhance financial systems in a dynamic,

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar finance role preferred.
• Experience using accountancy software.
• Qualified CIMA/ACCA/ACA.
• Advanced Excel and financial modelling; strong IT literacy (Word/Outlook).
• Excellent administration and organisation.
• Strong analytical, numerical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Preparing month end balance sheet reconciliations and management accounts, monthly journals and account analysis.
• Assist in the preparation of the monthly forecasts.
• Work as the secondary divisional contact, covering for the Finance Director as required.
• Ensure that all cash flow forecasts are as accurate as possible.
• Implement and oversee regional financial policies aligned with Group standards to ensure robust governance.
• Provide financial insight at local Board and Valuation Review meetings to support strategic decision-making.
• Identify and deliver opportunities to streamline financial processes and enhance system efficiency
• Manage the interim and year end process with external auditors through to sign off for the division and prepare divisional reporting returns

Skills

Analytical skills

Numerical ability

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Organisational skills

Education

CIMA/ACCA/ACA qualification

Tools

Accounting software

Job description

Potensis is pleased to partner with a trusted Residential Developer who has built an enviable reputation for delivering high-end, complex, design-led projects. They are recruiting a Finance Manager to join the Finance team and help drive the business’s long-term growth plans in Oxford.

The role involves month-end, forecasting, board reporting, audit coordination, and governance across the division, with opportunities to streamline processes and enhance financial systems in a dynamic,