Senior Finance Manager

Humphrey & Kirk; Colchester; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK finance organisation is seeking a Senior Finance Leader to shape strategy and drive growth. The role involves developing business strategies, leading major financial initiatives, and providing insights for Board-level decisions. Ideal candidates will have 5–10 years PQE as a qualified accountant and strong financial modelling skills. You'll thrive in a fast-paced environment and be proactive in leading projects. This hybrid position offers an excellent opportunity for impactful leadership.

Qualifications

• 5–10 years of post-qualified experience (PQE).
• Experience in leading financial evaluation and due diligence.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop long-term business and financial strategy.
• Lead cost improvement and efficiency programmes.
• Build a detailed 5-year financial plan to support growth.

Skills

Financial modelling

Strategic planning

Data transformation

Communication

Education

Qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA)

Job description

Shape the future. Drive growth. Make a real impact.

Senior Finance Leader

Salary: £70,000–£80,000 OTE
Location: UK / Hybrid
Contract: Permanent, Full-Time

About the Opportunity

This is an exciting chance to join a high-performing finance team within a leading UK organisation. You’ll work in a culture that values continuous improvement, innovation, and exceptional service. As a senior member of the finance function, you’ll play a pivotal role in shaping strategy, driving transformation, and influencing key decisions at the highest level.

The Role

Are you a forward-thinking finance leader who enjoys solving complex challenges, accelerating growth, and influencing future direction?

In this role, you’ll work closely with the Group Finance Director and Executive Team to lead major strategic projects that drive performance and create long-term value across the business.

What You’ll Be Doing

Strategic Leadership & Innovation

• Developing and evolving long-term business and financial strategy to support ambitious growth and future investment.
• Leading cost improvement and efficiency programmes using AI, automation, and data-led insights.
• Providing high-impact financial storytelling and insight to influence Board-level decisions.

Hands-On Delivery

• Building a detailed 5-year financial plan to support both organic and M&A growth.
• Supporting acquisitions through financial evaluation, modelling, and due diligence.
• Leading valuation and funding-related work.
• Embedding AI, automation tools, and advanced data visualisation.
• Reviewing reward and incentive frameworks.
• Overseeing implementations and adjustments aligned with FRS102.

What We’re Looking For

You will be a qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA) with 5–10 years PQE, confident working in a fast-paced environment and ready to lead from the front. You’ll bring:

• Strong financial modelling and strategic planning capability.
• Experience partnering with senior leaders and influencing decision-making.
• A background in system upgrades, automation, data transformation or modernisation projects.
• A proactive, ownership-driven approach to complex projects.

What Makes You Stand Out

• Commercially sharp, with a strong problem-solving mindset.
• Able to translate complex data into clear, compelling insights.
• Excellent communicator with the ability to build strong relationships across all levels.
• Thrives in a hands-on role and is motivated by driving meaningful progress.

Ready to shape what’s next?

If you want to play a key role in defining the next chapter of a growing, forward-thinking organisation, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now and help build a smarter, faster, future-focused finance function.