Financial Manager

ReQuire Consultancy; Salisbury; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local consulting firm in Salisbury is seeking an experienced Finance Manager to oversee the financial operations of a busy Commercial division. The role includes managing day-to-day finance functions, producing management accounts, and ensuring compliance with accounting standards. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in financial management and excellent communication skills. This full-time, on-site position offers a competitive salary and the opportunity to work closely with senior leaders.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Stable, full-time role

Collaborative team environment

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Finance Manager or senior accounts role.
• Strong knowledge of management accounting and financial reporting.
• Hands-on approach with strong attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day finance functions including payroll and cash flow.
• Produce accurate management accounts and financial reports.
• Lead month-end and year-end processes.

Skills

Management accounting

Financial reporting

Excel skills

Communication skills

Leadership skills

Analytical skills

Tools

Sage 200

Sage 50

Pegasus

Job description

Are you an experienced Finance Manager ready to step forward into a leadership role? This is an exciting opportunity to become the Department Manager for an established local company to oversee the financial operations of a busy Commercial division. You’ll play a key part in shaping processes, managing performance, and ensuring financial accuracy and compliance across the business. We are looking for a current Finance Manager who has the capabilities, via training and support to become an established department leader.

What You’ll Be Doing

As Financial Controller, you’ll be the go-to person for all financial management and reporting within the division. Your responsibilities will include:

• Overseeing day-to-day finance functions, including payroll, sales ledger, purchase ledger, and cash flow

• Producing accurate management accounts, forecasts, and financial reports

• Leading month-end and year-end processes

• Managing bank reconciliations, payments, and supplier relationships

• Supporting the budgeting process and monitoring departmental spend

• Providing insightful financial analysis to support directors and senior leadership

• Ensuring compliance with accounting standards, policies, and procedures

• Mentoring and supporting the accounts team

What We’re Looking For

We’d love to hear from you if you have:

• Previous experience as a Finance Manager, or senior accounts role

• Strong knowledge of management accounting and financial reporting

• Excellent Excel skills and working knowledge of systems such as Sage 200, Sage 50, and Pegasus

• A hands-on approach with the ability to manage detail while seeing the bigger picture

• Strong communication and leadership skills, with the ability to influence at all levels

• Highly organised, analytical, and proactive

It’s a bonus if you have experience within the building/construction or manufacturing industry.

Why You’ll Love This Role

• Competitive salary

• A stable, full-time, on-site role with scope to make a real impact

• Work closely with directors and senior leaders on business-critical decisions

• Be part of a collaborative team in a supportive environment

If you’re a driven finance professional looking to take ownership of a key division’s financial performance, this role offers the challenge and opportunity you’ve been looking for.

Apply today and take the next step in your finance career! Contact Louise in the first instance to discuss the role in detail.