Group Finance Manager

Transaction Recruitment; Studley CP; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing tech business in Studley is seeking a Group Finance Manager to lead a finance team and oversee operations across multiple entities. This role requires ACA or ACCA qualification and strong Excel skills. The candidate will own the month-end close process and improve financial reporting systems. A supportive culture and competitive salary package are offered, making this an excellent opportunity for someone looking to influence finance processes in a collaborative environment.

Benefits

Supportive leadership

Competitive salary and benefits

Broad exposure across UK and international entities

Qualifications

• Must be ACA or ACCA qualified.
• Experience with Oracle E-Business Suite is desirable but not essential.
• Advanced Excel skills with confidence handling large and complex data sets.
• Strong attention to detail with a focus on accuracy.
• Clear and confident written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a small finance team to meet objectives.
• Oversee finance operations across multiple group entities.
• Own the month-end close process and prepare management accounts.
• Identify opportunities to streamline month-end processes.
• Act as the main point of contact for external auditors.

Skills

Attention to detail

Excel skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

ACA or ACCA qualified

Tools

Oracle E-Business Suite

Job description

About the Business

This is an opportunity to become a Group Finance Manager for a growing, tech business based in Studley, operating across multiple group entities in the UK and internationally. The business offers a collaborative finance environment, combining an innovative, fast-moving culture with established processes and supportive leadership.

Main Duties

• Lead, develop, and support a small finance team to ensure individual and collective objectives are met.
• Oversee finance operations across multiple group entities in the UK, US, and offshore.
• Take a hands‑on approach to day-to-day transactional finance activities across the group.
• Own the month‑end close process and prepare multiple sets of management accounts end to end for senior review.
• Identify opportunities to streamline month‑end processes and improve reporting efficiency.
• Review existing finance operations and implement process improvements where appropriate.
• Prepare monthly VAT returns for the group.
• Support the preparation of annual statutory accounts across multiple entities.
• Act as the main point of contact for external auditors and manage the majority of audit fieldwork.
• Maintain accurate and up‑to‑date accounting systems to support timely reporting.
• Communicate clearly and professionally with internal teams and external stakeholders.
• Demonstrate strong attention to detail to ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial data.
• Handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism.

Location / Office / Culture

The role is based in Studley, offering a supportive office environment. You'll join a close‑knit, collaborative finance team within a wider tech business that values ownership, transparency, and continuous improvement. The culture is hands‑on and approachable, with the opportunity to lead a small team, influence processes, and enjoy a competitive salary and benefits package in a growing, well‑run organisation.

What We Are Looking For

• ACA or ACCA qualified.
• Experience with Oracle E‑Business Suite is desirable but not essential.
• Advanced Excel skills with confidence handling large and complex data sets.
• Solid understanding of accounting principles and best practice.
• Strong attention to detail with a focus on accuracy.
• Clear and confident written and verbal communication skills.
• Well organised with the ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines.

Why Join the business

• Supportive senior leadership within a growing tech environment.
• Lead and develop a small finance team.
• Broad group‑level exposure across UK and international entities.
• Hands‑on role with real ownership and influence over finance processes.
• Opportunity to improve systems and shape how finance operates.

Ref: VL61872