Finance Head jobs in United Kingdom

• Award Winning Consumer Business & Great Brand
• Excellent Finance Manager role giving you the opportunity to make an impact

Our client is an Award-winning Consumer Business based in East Molesey, Surrey, We're excited to be partnering with them and on the recruitment of a Finance Manager (Part Time) role based on the office in East Molesey, Surrey

Hands-on, commercially minded Finance Manager (Part Time) to oversee day-to-day financial operations and support the Managing Director in driving business performance. You will manage our finance processes and team (including a bookkeeper), ensure accurate reporting and compliance, and partner closely with the Operations Manager to deliver efficient stock management, cost control, and on-time fulfilment. This role is ideal for some with strong experience in management accounting, forecasting, and commercial analysis skills - and the ability to bridge finance with operations in a fast-moving environment. We welcome applications from experienced professionals seeking a full time or part-time arrangement (minimum 3 days per week).

• Financial Management & Control
  • Manage day-to-day finance operations, including supervision of the bookkeeper.
  • Ensure accurate monthly management accounts, P&L, balance sheet, and cashflow reporting.
  • Review reconciliations, VAT returns, journals, and payroll entries.
  • Maintain robust internal controls and ensure compliance with accounting standards.
  • Lead budgeting and forecasting processes, tracking performance against plan.
  • Manage cashflow forecasting, currency exposure (GBP / EUR / USD), and working capital.
  • Liaise with external accountants and auditors on year-end accounts and statutory requirements.
• Commercial & Strategic Support
  • Provide financial insight to support decision-making across sales, operations, and product development.
  • Analyse margins, product costs, and channel profitability to support pricing and cost control.
  • Support the Managing Director with financial models, forecasts, and investment analysis.
  • Prepare management reports and dashboards to highlight key trends and opportunities.
  • Identify efficiencies and recommend improvements in financial and operational processes.
• Operational Collaboration
  • Work closely with the Operations Manager to ensure effective stock management and fulfilment - delivered on time, in full, and at the best overall cost to the business, while maintaining or improving service levels.
  • Support cost control and efficiency projects across purchasing, production, and logistics.
  • Assist with ERP and reporting system enhancements to improve accuracy and visibility.
  • Align finance and operations data to strengthen decision-making and performance tracking.
• Leadership & Culture
  • Lead and support the bookkeeper to deliver timely and accurate reporting.
  • Foster collaboration and clear communication across departments.
  • Present financial information clearly to non-financial colleagues.
  • Uphold Le Toy Van's values of integrity, creativity, and sustainability.

• Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA) or Qualified by experience
• Experience in finance management within an SME, ideally in manufacturing or consumer goods.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with commercial awareness.
• Hands-on, detail-oriented, and process-driven.
• Excellent Excel and system skills; able to streamline and automate reporting.
• Confident communicator and collaborator across departments.

• £60,000 - £70,000 pro rata
• The client is flexible to a point on the days and hours worked but ideally minimum 3 days per week
• Bonus Circa 5% - 10%
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Pension - NEST pension, 3% employer and 5% employee
• Role is office based 5 days a week

This is a fantastic opportunity for a Finance Manager to advance their career, if your interested and feel you have the experience then please apply