Hands-On Finance & Operations Manager: Drive Growth & Insight

Michael Page Finance; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Michael Page Finance is seeking an ambitious Finance and Operations Manager for a growing property-focused business in Manchester. This hands-on role requires ownership of the finance function and close involvement in performance improvement.

You will oversee month-end, cash flow, forecasting, and financial reporting, while partnering with senior stakeholders to drive commercial insight. The role evolves to include operational tasks as the business grows.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years experience in full management accounts
• Experience in consultancy would be advantageous
• Experience in an SME, hands-on environment
• Advanced Microsoft Excel
• Familiarity with accounting software
• Strong ability to interpret financial data

Responsibilities

• Taking ownership of the day-to-day finance function and ensuring the smooth running of financial operations.
• Overseeing month-end processes, management accounts and financial reporting.
• Managing cash flow, budgeting and forecasting.
• Maintaining strong financial controls, processes and reporting structures.
• Providing meaningful financial insight to support commercial and operational decision-making.
• Working closely with senior stakeholders to understand business performance and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Supporting the ongoing development and improvement of finance systems and processes.
• Developing and strengthening the finance function as the business grows.
• This role will also evolve to include lots of operational tasks so really does need somebody with that mindset.

Skills

Management accounts

Financial analysis

Stakeholder communication

Commercial awareness

Hands-on finance operations

Problem solving

Education

Qualified or QBE

Tools

Excel

Accounting software

Job description

Michael Page Finance is seeking an ambitious Finance and Operations Manager for a growing property-focused business in Manchester. This hands-on role requires ownership of the finance function and close involvement in performance improvement.

You will oversee month-end, cash flow, forecasting, and financial reporting, while partnering with senior stakeholders to drive commercial insight. The role evolves to include operational tasks as the business grows.