Financial Reporting Manager

Michael Page; Crewe; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A fast-growing finance firm in Crewe is seeking a qualified accountant to manage month-end reporting and lead financial processes. You will provide guidance to junior managers and contribute to audits and cash flow forecasts. The ideal candidate has strong reporting experience and thrives in fast-changing environments. This role offers a competitive salary of £50,000-£60,000, flexible working hours, and additional benefits including a discretionary bonus and private medical insurance.

Benefits

Discretionary bonus

Private medical insurance

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Flexible working hours

Qualifications

• Qualified accountant (CIMA / ACA / ACCA).
• Experience in month-end reporting.
• Strong communication skills in a commercial context.

Responsibilities

• Manage month-end reporting for newly acquired business.
• Oversee intercompany balances and financial reporting integrity.
• Lead preparation of cash flow forecasts and budgets.
• Coordinate audit process ensuring requirements are met.
• Challenge existing processes and drive efficiencies.

Skills

Qualified accountant (CIMA / ACA / ACCA)

Strong month-end & reporting experience

Commercial mindset & confident communicator

M&A exposure desirable

Comfortable in a fast-changing environment

Job description

This is a brilliant opportunity to grow your career in a collaborative and forward-thinking environment.

Client Details

Fast growing private equity backed business going through a huge period of growth and acquisitions.

Description

month-end reporting process for a newly acquired business, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and insightful analysis to support strategic decision-making.

manage and resolve intercompany balances across the division, maintaining integrity and transparency in financial reporting.

responsible for the division balance sheets, ensuring all accounts are reconciled and accurately reflect the financial position of the business.

work closely with junior finance managers, providing guidance and support to help develop their skills and ensure consistency across reporting and processes.

lead the preparation of cash flow forecasts and quarterly budgets, contributing to effective financial planning and resource allocation.

oversee and coordinate the audit process across the Energy team, ensuring all requirements are met and supporting a smooth and efficient audit cycle.

manage capital expenditure tracking and fixed asset accounting, ensuring compliance with internal policies and accounting standards.

continuously challenge existing processes and identify opportunities to drive efficiencies, streamline workflows, and enhance reporting quality.

support the wider finance function with various ad hoc tasks and projects, contributing to the overall success and agility of the team.

Profile

• qualified accountant (CIMA / ACA / ACCA)
• strong month-end & reporting experience
• commercial mindset & confident communicator
• m&a exposure desirable
• comfortable in a fast-changing environment

Job Offer

• £50,000-£60,000
• discretionary bonus
• private medical
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• hybrid working (3 days in Crewe office)
• flexible hours