• Take ownership for finance
• Provide commercial insights and add value
• Help shape a growing business

Are you a commercially minded Accountant who enjoys more than just producing the numbers? Do you want to turn financial information into meaningful insights, influence business decisions and make a genuine contribution to a growing organisation?

We are seeking an experienced Finance Manager to lead the finance function of an established and growing professional services business, working closely with the CEO to support its continued growth and success.

As an owner-led business, our client prides themselves on their close-knit culture, quality of work and commitment to their people. With continued investment in systems, processes and people, this is an exciting time to join the business and make a meaningful contribution. As the business grows, so will the scope and influence of this role.

The opportunity

Reporting directly to the CEO, you'll take ownership of the finance function, balancing the hands-on financial processing with commercial insights and business partnering.

You'll play an important role in helping the business understand its financial and project performance, improve reporting and provide the insights needed to make sound business decisions.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading monthly management reporting, budgeting and forecasting.
• Providing insight into project profitability, margins, work in progress and financial performance.
• Managing cashflow, working capital and debtor performance.
• Supporting the CEO with Board and shareholder reporting.
• Ensuring the day-to-day finance operations, including accounts payable, receivable and payroll run smoothly.
• Driving improvements to financial systems, reporting and processes, including the implementation of new practice management software.

About you

You'll be an experienced Accountant or Finance Manager who combines strong technical skills with commercial thinking and a practical, hands-on approach. You will need to be a confident communicator, able to translate financial information into meaningful insights for non-finance stakeholders. A relevant qualification (or study towards this) is preferred, but above all, you'll be proactive, curious and approachable, with the confidence to take ownership, build relationships and drive improvements.

Why consider this opportunity?

• Work directly with the CEO and have a genuine input in business decisions.
• Help shape the finance function, systems and processes as the business grows.
• Join a close-knit, owner-led business where your contribution is valued.
• Access ongoing professional development and opportunities to grow your role.

If you're ready to step into a role where you can do more than manage the numbers and have a real impact on business performance, we'd love to hear from you.