Finance Manager - Burton Recruitment : Job Details

Finance Manager

We are seeking to recruit a commercially minded Finance Manager with a proven track record in delivering high-quality financial reporting and analysis within a fast-paced environment, to join a highly respected business. This is a key role within the finance team, responsible for delivering insightful financial reporting, supporting strategic decision-making, and ensuring the smooth running of month-end processes.

The successful candidate will play a critical part in providing financial analysis to senior stakeholders, and supporting ongoing improvements within the finance function.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage accounting transactions and balance sheet reconciliations
• Produce detailed variance analysis on key financial drivers such as customer numbers, consumption volumes, pricing, and costs
• Prepare and deliver monthly financial performance reports for executive and Board-level review
• Act as the main point of contact for external auditors
• Prepare VAT and corporate tax returns in coordination with Group tax advisors
• Manage cost allocations, pricing structures, and transfers
• Provide financial modelling and analysis to support the commercial team, particularly around customer demand, costing, and margin strategy

Ideal Skills and Experience:

• Experience in a similar finance role
• Strong understanding of financial and accounting practices
• Advanced Excel skills and proficiency in MS Office tools
• Experience using financial accounting software
• Strong analytical skills with a focus on delivering actionable insights
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to present financial data clearly and concisely to non-financial stakeholders

In return the role offers a fantastic opportunity to be part of a growing organisation with a dynamic and supportive finance team. You’ll be involved in key commercial decision-making and have the chance to make a tangible impact on the company’s financial performance.