Financial Controller Future Directions CIC Chadderton £60,000-£65,000 DOE Office-based Some Financial Controller roles operate at arm s length from the detail. This is not one of them. Future Directions CIC is looking for a hands-on Financial Controller who can keep the organisation s core accounting and payroll cycles running reliably while helping to modernise its systems, develop its people and improve the financial insight available to managers. This is an opportunity to make a visible difference within a values-led organisation that supports people with learning disabilities. You will work closely with the Director of Finance and lead the finance and payroll teams through an important period of development and change. The Opportunity The role has three immediate priorities: Taking ownership of month end and ensuring accurate, timely and well-controlled management accounts. Leading the finance and payroll contribution to the implementation of Sona, Future Directions new workforce management and payroll system. Continuing to nurture and develop a committed but relatively junior finance and payroll team. You will also: Lead the preparation of annual accounts and coordinate the statutory audit. Oversee Accounts Payable, Sales Ledger, credit control, Cash and Bank, and payroll. Improve management information and provide clearer insight into the performance of individual services and contracts. Work with operational managers, HR and business development colleagues on staffing costs, forecasts, contract uplifts, deferred income, costing and service-level analysis. Strengthen financial procedures, system controls and business continuity. Identify opportunities to automate manual processes and simplify how the finance team works. Help shape the future finance systems roadmap, including the organisation s longer-term move away from Sage 50. Coach, delegate to and develop colleagues, creating a stronger and more resilient team. About You You will be a rounded finance professional who combines technical credibility with a willingness to roll up your sleeves. You are likely to bring: End-to-end ownership of month end and management accounts within an SME, charity, social enterprise or similarly operational organisation. Experience of implementing or significantly improving a finance, payroll, workforce or other business-critical system. financial information into useful operational and contract insight. Strong Excel, financial systems and data-handling skills. A calm, resilient and organised approach to competing deadlines. A fully qualified ACA, ACCA or CIMA accountant would be preferred You will need an inclusive approach towards people with learning disabilities, autism and other complex support needs and a genuine commitment to the mission, values and strategic direction of Future Directions CIC. What s on Offer? Salary of £60,000-£65,000, depending on experience and qualifications. 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays. NEST workplace pension. A visible and influential role working closely with the Director of Finance. The opportunity to lead a major workforce management and payroll transformation. A broad remit spanning financial control, payroll, systems, people development and business insight. Scope to develop your contribution as the organisation and finance function continue to evolve. The position is based just off the M60 Junction at Chadderton and is an office-based role. If you are looking for a role where you can combine hands-on financial control with meaningful systems change and people development, we would be pleased to hear from you. Apply now or contact Bayman Atkinson Smythe for a confidential conversation. This vacancy is being managed exclusively by Bayman Atkinson Smythe on a retained basis. We respectfully request that any third-party approaches or candidate submissions are directed to us. Unsolicited CVs sent directly to the client will not be accepted and will be forwarded to our retained consultant Claire Bayman.
Aug 22, 2026
Full time
Financial Controller Future Directions CIC Chadderton £60,000-£65,000 DOE Office-based Some Financial Controller roles operate at arm s length from the detail. This is not one of them. Future Directions CIC is looking for a hands-on Financial Controller who can keep the organisation s core accounting and payroll cycles running reliably while helping to modernise its systems, develop its people and improve the financial insight available to managers. This is an opportunity to make a visible difference within a values-led organisation that supports people with learning disabilities. You will work closely with the Director of Finance and lead the finance and payroll teams through an important period of development and change. The Opportunity The role has three immediate priorities: Taking ownership of month end and ensuring accurate, timely and well-controlled management accounts. Leading the finance and payroll contribution to the implementation of Sona, Future Directions new workforce management and payroll system. Continuing to nurture and develop a committed but relatively junior finance and payroll team. You will also: Lead the preparation of annual accounts and coordinate the statutory audit. Oversee Accounts Payable, Sales Ledger, credit control, Cash and Bank, and payroll. Improve management information and provide clearer insight into the performance of individual services and contracts. Work with operational managers, HR and business development colleagues on staffing costs, forecasts, contract uplifts, deferred income, costing and service-level analysis. Strengthen financial procedures, system controls and business continuity. Identify opportunities to automate manual processes and simplify how the finance team works. Help shape the future finance systems roadmap, including the organisation s longer-term move away from Sage 50. Coach, delegate to and develop colleagues, creating a stronger and more resilient team. About You You will be a rounded finance professional who combines technical credibility with a willingness to roll up your sleeves. You are likely to bring: End-to-end ownership of month end and management accounts within an SME, charity, social enterprise or similarly operational organisation. Experience of implementing or significantly improving a finance, payroll, workforce or other business-critical system. financial information into useful operational and contract insight. Strong Excel, financial systems and data-handling skills. A calm, resilient and organised approach to competing deadlines. A fully qualified ACA, ACCA or CIMA accountant would be preferred You will need an inclusive approach towards people with learning disabilities, autism and other complex support needs and a genuine commitment to the mission, values and strategic direction of Future Directions CIC. What s on Offer? Salary of £60,000-£65,000, depending on experience and qualifications. 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays. NEST workplace pension. A visible and influential role working closely with the Director of Finance. The opportunity to lead a major workforce management and payroll transformation. A broad remit spanning financial control, payroll, systems, people development and business insight. Scope to develop your contribution as the organisation and finance function continue to evolve. The position is based just off the M60 Junction at Chadderton and is an office-based role. If you are looking for a role where you can combine hands-on financial control with meaningful systems change and people development, we would be pleased to hear from you. Apply now or contact Bayman Atkinson Smythe for a confidential conversation. This vacancy is being managed exclusively by Bayman Atkinson Smythe on a retained basis. We respectfully request that any third-party approaches or candidate submissions are directed to us. Unsolicited CVs sent directly to the client will not be accepted and will be forwarded to our retained consultant Claire Bayman.
Assistant Management Accountant Swinton Hybrid - Up to £43,000 + Benefits Portus Supported Housing is entering an exciting new chapter following the successful merger of Bespoke Supportive Tenancies (BeST) and Westmoreland Supported Housing. Bringing together two established organisations with shared values and purpose has been a significant journey of change and transformation. Now emerging from that transition with a clear identity and renewed ambition, Portus Supported Housing manages 2,400 homes across England and Wales, united by one purpose: Safe Spaces for Independent Living. As Portus Supported Housing looks to the future, appointing the right people will be key to building on this positive momentum and shaping the next stage of its journey. This is an exciting time to join the organisation at a pivotal time helping to embed positive change, strengthen its culture and ensure Portus Supported Housing continues to provide safe, stable homes where people can live with confidence, dignity and independence. We are looking to recruit to the role of Assistant Management Accountant looking after direct costs. Key Responsibilities Manage and analyse direct costs by scheme for inclusion in Service Charge Accounts. Complete regular bank and treasury reconciliations and support effective cash management. Work with the Customer Team to reconcile void recharges and analyse performance against budget. Produce monthly management accounts, variance analysis and commentary. Support budgeting, forecasting and detailed cash flow reporting. Liaise with budget holders and other departments to resolve queries and provide financial insight. Assist with statutory accounts, year-end audit and rent ledger reconciliations. Investigate banking discrepancies and unidentified transactions. Maintain accurate financial records, processes and reporting. Support the wider Finance team with ad hoc duties as required. We are looking for someone who is proactive, self-motivated and confident working on their own initiative, with excellent attention to detail and a genuine desire to make a difference. More important than qualifications is your mindset we want someone who will take ownership, spot opportunities for improvement and bring ideas that will enhance and develop the role over time. Benefits: Up to £43,000 Pension 25 days annual leave (+Bank holidays) increasing by 1 days per completed year of service to 30 days Bayman Atkinson Smythe is the retained partner for this recruitment.
Aug 19, 2026
Full time
Assistant Management Accountant Swinton Hybrid - Up to £43,000 + Benefits Portus Supported Housing is entering an exciting new chapter following the successful merger of Bespoke Supportive Tenancies (BeST) and Westmoreland Supported Housing. Bringing together two established organisations with shared values and purpose has been a significant journey of change and transformation. Now emerging from that transition with a clear identity and renewed ambition, Portus Supported Housing manages 2,400 homes across England and Wales, united by one purpose: Safe Spaces for Independent Living. As Portus Supported Housing looks to the future, appointing the right people will be key to building on this positive momentum and shaping the next stage of its journey. This is an exciting time to join the organisation at a pivotal time helping to embed positive change, strengthen its culture and ensure Portus Supported Housing continues to provide safe, stable homes where people can live with confidence, dignity and independence. We are looking to recruit to the role of Assistant Management Accountant looking after direct costs. Key Responsibilities Manage and analyse direct costs by scheme for inclusion in Service Charge Accounts. Complete regular bank and treasury reconciliations and support effective cash management. Work with the Customer Team to reconcile void recharges and analyse performance against budget. Produce monthly management accounts, variance analysis and commentary. Support budgeting, forecasting and detailed cash flow reporting. Liaise with budget holders and other departments to resolve queries and provide financial insight. Assist with statutory accounts, year-end audit and rent ledger reconciliations. Investigate banking discrepancies and unidentified transactions. Maintain accurate financial records, processes and reporting. Support the wider Finance team with ad hoc duties as required. We are looking for someone who is proactive, self-motivated and confident working on their own initiative, with excellent attention to detail and a genuine desire to make a difference. More important than qualifications is your mindset we want someone who will take ownership, spot opportunities for improvement and bring ideas that will enhance and develop the role over time. Benefits: Up to £43,000 Pension 25 days annual leave (+Bank holidays) increasing by 1 days per completed year of service to 30 days Bayman Atkinson Smythe is the retained partner for this recruitment.
Paying up to £40k + Excellent Benefits - Our client, a well-established and highly respected health and social care organisation, is seeking an experienced HR Advisor Employee Relations to join their People Team based in Oldham. This is a newly created role, introduced as a result of the organisation's continued growth and expansion. Supporting a workforce of approximately 1,000 employees, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring managers receive expert HR guidance and employee relations support across a diverse range of services. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on HR professional with a strong background in employee relations, workplace investigations and employment law who is looking to make a genuine impact within a regulated care environment. Working within a Care Quality Commission (CQC) regulated environment, you will help ensure people management practices support safe, effective, and high-quality care by providing expert advice on complex employee relations matters, workplace investigations, safeguarding responsibilities, and regulatory compliance. If you have experience within health and social care, understand the importance of safeguarding and enjoy coaching managers through challenging employee relations cases, we would love to hear from you. THE ROLE Reporting into the HR Manager, you will take ownership of a varied and interesting employee relations caseload, providing practical advice and guidance to managers supporting approximately 1,000 employees across the organisation. Key responsibilities include: Managing and maintaining the employee investigations database, ensuring accurate records and effective case tracking Coaching and supporting operational managers throughout employee relations processes Scheduling, supporting, and attending fact-finding meetings Preparing investigation reports where required, presenting clear findings and recommendations Reviewing completed investigations to ensure legal compliance and preparing risk assessments to support senior management decision-making Delivering training and coaching to managers on employee relations processes and best practice Monitoring investigation timescales to ensure cases are progressed and concluded promptly Advising managers on disciplinary, grievance, capability, absence management, and other employee relations matters Supporting the ongoing development of HR policies, procedures, and best practice THE PERSON We are looking for someone who has: Significant HR experience within the health and social care sector, ideally within a Care Quality Commission (CQC) regulated organisation A sound understanding of the Care Quality Commission (CQC) Fundamental Standards, safeguarding legislation, the Mental Capacity Act 2005, and the legislative framework governing regulated care services An understanding of how effective employee relations, robust investigations and sound HR practices contribute to regulatory compliance, safe services, and positive inspection outcomes A driving licence is essential as you will travel to other sites in the Northwest A sound understanding of Safeguarding legislation, the Mental Capacity Act 2005, and the legislative framework governing regulated care services Extensive experience managing complex employee relations cases and workplace investigations Up-to-date knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practice Strong coaching and stakeholder management skills, with the confidence to influence managers at all levels Excellent report writing, analytical and organisational skills The ability to identify organisational risk and provide balanced, commercially sound recommendations A CIPD Level 5 qualification (or equivalent experience). CIPD Level 7 would be advantageous BENEFITS Our client recognises the importance of investing in their people and offers an excellent benefits package, including: 25 days holiday plus the bank holidays, increasing with service, plus the option to buy additional leave Annual salary reviews and enhanced pay for Bank Holidays and qualifying shifts Company pension scheme Comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme with health and wellbeing support, including GP access Ongoing professional development, including apprenticeships, leadership programmes and structured training Employee referral scheme Employee recognition events, awards, and celebration days Free parking This is an exciting opportunity to join a successful and growing organisation at a pivotal stage in its journey. As this is a newly created role, you will have the opportunity to shape the position, influence employee relations best practice and support managers across services regulated by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Your work will play an important role in promoting safe, compliant, and high-quality care for the people the organisation supports while contributing to the continued success of a workforce of around 1,000 employees. If you are an experienced HR professional with a passion for employee relations and a background in health and social care, we would love to hear from you Please note that we can only consider applications from candidates who have the right to work in the UK and do not require sponsorship, either now or in the future.
Aug 07, 2026
Full time
Paying up to £40k + Excellent Benefits - Our client, a well-established and highly respected health and social care organisation, is seeking an experienced HR Advisor Employee Relations to join their People Team based in Oldham. This is a newly created role, introduced as a result of the organisation's continued growth and expansion. Supporting a workforce of approximately 1,000 employees, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring managers receive expert HR guidance and employee relations support across a diverse range of services. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on HR professional with a strong background in employee relations, workplace investigations and employment law who is looking to make a genuine impact within a regulated care environment. Working within a Care Quality Commission (CQC) regulated environment, you will help ensure people management practices support safe, effective, and high-quality care by providing expert advice on complex employee relations matters, workplace investigations, safeguarding responsibilities, and regulatory compliance. If you have experience within health and social care, understand the importance of safeguarding and enjoy coaching managers through challenging employee relations cases, we would love to hear from you. THE ROLE Reporting into the HR Manager, you will take ownership of a varied and interesting employee relations caseload, providing practical advice and guidance to managers supporting approximately 1,000 employees across the organisation. Key responsibilities include: Managing and maintaining the employee investigations database, ensuring accurate records and effective case tracking Coaching and supporting operational managers throughout employee relations processes Scheduling, supporting, and attending fact-finding meetings Preparing investigation reports where required, presenting clear findings and recommendations Reviewing completed investigations to ensure legal compliance and preparing risk assessments to support senior management decision-making Delivering training and coaching to managers on employee relations processes and best practice Monitoring investigation timescales to ensure cases are progressed and concluded promptly Advising managers on disciplinary, grievance, capability, absence management, and other employee relations matters Supporting the ongoing development of HR policies, procedures, and best practice THE PERSON We are looking for someone who has: Significant HR experience within the health and social care sector, ideally within a Care Quality Commission (CQC) regulated organisation A sound understanding of the Care Quality Commission (CQC) Fundamental Standards, safeguarding legislation, the Mental Capacity Act 2005, and the legislative framework governing regulated care services An understanding of how effective employee relations, robust investigations and sound HR practices contribute to regulatory compliance, safe services, and positive inspection outcomes A driving licence is essential as you will travel to other sites in the Northwest A sound understanding of Safeguarding legislation, the Mental Capacity Act 2005, and the legislative framework governing regulated care services Extensive experience managing complex employee relations cases and workplace investigations Up-to-date knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practice Strong coaching and stakeholder management skills, with the confidence to influence managers at all levels Excellent report writing, analytical and organisational skills The ability to identify organisational risk and provide balanced, commercially sound recommendations A CIPD Level 5 qualification (or equivalent experience). CIPD Level 7 would be advantageous BENEFITS Our client recognises the importance of investing in their people and offers an excellent benefits package, including: 25 days holiday plus the bank holidays, increasing with service, plus the option to buy additional leave Annual salary reviews and enhanced pay for Bank Holidays and qualifying shifts Company pension scheme Comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme with health and wellbeing support, including GP access Ongoing professional development, including apprenticeships, leadership programmes and structured training Employee referral scheme Employee recognition events, awards, and celebration days Free parking This is an exciting opportunity to join a successful and growing organisation at a pivotal stage in its journey. As this is a newly created role, you will have the opportunity to shape the position, influence employee relations best practice and support managers across services regulated by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Your work will play an important role in promoting safe, compliant, and high-quality care for the people the organisation supports while contributing to the continued success of a workforce of around 1,000 employees. If you are an experienced HR professional with a passion for employee relations and a background in health and social care, we would love to hear from you Please note that we can only consider applications from candidates who have the right to work in the UK and do not require sponsorship, either now or in the future.
Finance and Administration Assistant - Paying up to £30k + Hybrid Working Are you an organised individual with a flair for finance and administration? Our client, a business services company based in Oldham is seeking a dedicated permanent Finance and Administration Assistant to join their friendly team. With a focus on providing excellent customer support and ensuring smooth financial operations, this role offers an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop their career in a busy business services environment. The working hours are 8.45am - 5pm Monday to Thursday and 8.45am-4pm on a Friday. THE JOB Processing data entry on the accounting system, including entering purchase invoices and updating payment information for both suppliers and customers Managing incoming emails and answering customer finance queries via helpdesk Issuing invoices and statements electronically, and updating customer accounts with payments received Processing sales orders and raising the relevant invoices in a timely manner Providing weekly reports on sales and purchases to support financial review processes Supporting the finance team with ad-hoc projects and undertaking general administrative duties to help the company run smoothly Answering the telephone and managing incoming communications effectively Maintaining accurate customer details within company systems and ensuring data integrity THE PERSON What we're looking for in a successful candidate: Reliability, punctuality, and excellent organisational skills Ability to work proactively with little supervision, paying close attention to detail Proficiency in using IT, including basic spreadsheets and word processing programs Current experience in finance administration is essential THE BENEFITS In return, our client offers a competitive benefits package including 22 days holiday + the bank holidays, with an additional day for each year of continuous employment up to five days, along with death in service cover and access to a company pension scheme after probation. Secure on site parking is also available. The position offers hybrid working arrangements, combining three days in the office with two days working from home, providing flexibility to support your work-life balance. AAT Study support will also be considered after the successful completion of the probationary period. Please note that we are only able to consider applications from those who are eligible to work in the UK and therefore do not require sponsorship.
Jul 31, 2026
Full time
Finance and Administration Assistant - Paying up to £30k + Hybrid Working Are you an organised individual with a flair for finance and administration? Our client, a business services company based in Oldham is seeking a dedicated permanent Finance and Administration Assistant to join their friendly team. With a focus on providing excellent customer support and ensuring smooth financial operations, this role offers an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop their career in a busy business services environment. The working hours are 8.45am - 5pm Monday to Thursday and 8.45am-4pm on a Friday. THE JOB Processing data entry on the accounting system, including entering purchase invoices and updating payment information for both suppliers and customers Managing incoming emails and answering customer finance queries via helpdesk Issuing invoices and statements electronically, and updating customer accounts with payments received Processing sales orders and raising the relevant invoices in a timely manner Providing weekly reports on sales and purchases to support financial review processes Supporting the finance team with ad-hoc projects and undertaking general administrative duties to help the company run smoothly Answering the telephone and managing incoming communications effectively Maintaining accurate customer details within company systems and ensuring data integrity THE PERSON What we're looking for in a successful candidate: Reliability, punctuality, and excellent organisational skills Ability to work proactively with little supervision, paying close attention to detail Proficiency in using IT, including basic spreadsheets and word processing programs Current experience in finance administration is essential THE BENEFITS In return, our client offers a competitive benefits package including 22 days holiday + the bank holidays, with an additional day for each year of continuous employment up to five days, along with death in service cover and access to a company pension scheme after probation. Secure on site parking is also available. The position offers hybrid working arrangements, combining three days in the office with two days working from home, providing flexibility to support your work-life balance. AAT Study support will also be considered after the successful completion of the probationary period. Please note that we are only able to consider applications from those who are eligible to work in the UK and therefore do not require sponsorship.
HR ADVISOR CIRCA £35,000 + BENEFITS - This highly successful and expanding manufacturing group, with a head office based in South Manchester, is looking for an experienced HR Advisor to join their growing HR team and wider business. This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious HR professional who wants to develop their ER expertise within a supportive, collaborative environment that actively encourages professional development. This is a permanent, office based role working Monday to Friday, 9:00am 5:00pm (37.5 hours per week), with some flexibility around start and finish times. THE JOB Reporting to the Head of HR, this role will provide commercially focused, pragmatic HR support with a strong emphasis on Employee Relations. You will manage a broad and varied ER caseload, balancing hands on case management with coaching and enabling managers to take ownership of people issues. You will act as a trusted advisor to managers, ensuring best practice, legal compliance and consistency while supporting the business to make sound, risk aware people decisions. Key Responsibilities: Manage a full range of ER cases including disciplinary, grievance, performance, capability and absence management Lead complex, sensitive or high risk cases, including investigations, hearings and appeals Coach and advise managers to build confidence and capability in handling ER matters Ensure consistent application of policies, procedures and best practice across the business Provide clear, commercially minded HR advice aligned with UK employment law and ACAS guidance Support organisational change activity such as restructures, consultations and TUPE where required Maintain accurate HRIS records and support wider HR projects and initiatives Provide general HR support across the employee lifecycle as needed THE PERSON Essential Proven experience managing Employee Relations cases in an HR Advisor (or similar) role Strong knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practice Experience coaching and advising managers through complex people issues Commercially minded with the ability to balance risk and business needs Confident communicator with strong stakeholder management skills Highly organised with the ability to manage a demanding caseload CIPD Level 3 or above Desirable Experience in a fast paced, commercial environment Exposure to change management, restructures or TUPE THE BENEFITS Ongoing professional mentoring and coaching Discretionary bonus scheme 25 days holiday plus bank holidays Company pension scheme Life assurance Employee Assistance Programme Free onsite parking Additional benefits currently under review Please note that we are only able to consider applications from those who are eligible to work in the UK and therefore do not require sponsorship .
Apr 30, 2026
Full time
HR ADVISOR CIRCA £35,000 + BENEFITS - This highly successful and expanding manufacturing group, with a head office based in South Manchester, is looking for an experienced HR Advisor to join their growing HR team and wider business. This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious HR professional who wants to develop their ER expertise within a supportive, collaborative environment that actively encourages professional development. This is a permanent, office based role working Monday to Friday, 9:00am 5:00pm (37.5 hours per week), with some flexibility around start and finish times. THE JOB Reporting to the Head of HR, this role will provide commercially focused, pragmatic HR support with a strong emphasis on Employee Relations. You will manage a broad and varied ER caseload, balancing hands on case management with coaching and enabling managers to take ownership of people issues. You will act as a trusted advisor to managers, ensuring best practice, legal compliance and consistency while supporting the business to make sound, risk aware people decisions. Key Responsibilities: Manage a full range of ER cases including disciplinary, grievance, performance, capability and absence management Lead complex, sensitive or high risk cases, including investigations, hearings and appeals Coach and advise managers to build confidence and capability in handling ER matters Ensure consistent application of policies, procedures and best practice across the business Provide clear, commercially minded HR advice aligned with UK employment law and ACAS guidance Support organisational change activity such as restructures, consultations and TUPE where required Maintain accurate HRIS records and support wider HR projects and initiatives Provide general HR support across the employee lifecycle as needed THE PERSON Essential Proven experience managing Employee Relations cases in an HR Advisor (or similar) role Strong knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practice Experience coaching and advising managers through complex people issues Commercially minded with the ability to balance risk and business needs Confident communicator with strong stakeholder management skills Highly organised with the ability to manage a demanding caseload CIPD Level 3 or above Desirable Experience in a fast paced, commercial environment Exposure to change management, restructures or TUPE THE BENEFITS Ongoing professional mentoring and coaching Discretionary bonus scheme 25 days holiday plus bank holidays Company pension scheme Life assurance Employee Assistance Programme Free onsite parking Additional benefits currently under review Please note that we are only able to consider applications from those who are eligible to work in the UK and therefore do not require sponsorship .
Management Accountant / Finance Business Partner Altrincham Hybrid (4 days office / 1 WFH) We re partnering with a fast-growing, owner-managed services business in Altrincham to appoint a Management Accountant / Finance Business Partner. With turnover already exceeding £100m and ambitious growth plans ahead, this is a standout opportunity for a newly qualified or early post-qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA) to step into a high-impact, commercially focused role within a scaling SME. Reporting to the Finance Director, you ll join at an exciting stage of growth, taking ownership of core reporting while working closely with stakeholders across the business to drive performance and support decision-making. This is a hands-on, commercially focused role combining management accounting, financial analysis and genuine business partnering. The Role Own the month-end close, including accruals, prepayments and journals, ensuring accuracy and timely delivery Produce monthly management accounts with clear, insightful variance analysis (vs budget, forecast and prior year) Maintain balance sheet integrity, ensuring reconciliations are audit-ready and risks are proactively identified Support budgeting and forecasting, helping stakeholders understand key drivers and performance trends Partner with non-finance stakeholders, providing meaningful insight to support commercial decisions Deliver ad hoc analysis, translating financial data into clear, actionable recommendations Identify and implement process improvements to enhance reporting quality and efficiency About You Newly qualified or 2 3 years PQE (ACA / ACCA / CIMA) Strong grounding in management accounts and month-end ownership Commercially minded, with the confidence to challenge and influence stakeholders Advanced Excel skills with the ability to turn data into insight Experience in a fast-paced SME, e-commerce, media or agency environment is advantageous Proactive, organised and comfortable operating in a dynamic, evolving business We re also open to candidates moving from practice into industry, provided you have hands-on management accounting experience and are confident owning the month-end process. The Business High-growth, entrepreneurial SME with ambitious expansion plans Collaborative and supportive finance team with strong leadership Genuine opportunity to shape processes and add value Hybrid working model (4 days office, 1 from home) This role is ideal for someone who enjoys ownership, pace and visibility, and is looking to build their career within a business where they can make a tangible impact.
Apr 25, 2026
Full time
Management Accountant / Finance Business Partner Altrincham Hybrid (4 days office / 1 WFH) We re partnering with a fast-growing, owner-managed services business in Altrincham to appoint a Management Accountant / Finance Business Partner. With turnover already exceeding £100m and ambitious growth plans ahead, this is a standout opportunity for a newly qualified or early post-qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA) to step into a high-impact, commercially focused role within a scaling SME. Reporting to the Finance Director, you ll join at an exciting stage of growth, taking ownership of core reporting while working closely with stakeholders across the business to drive performance and support decision-making. This is a hands-on, commercially focused role combining management accounting, financial analysis and genuine business partnering. The Role Own the month-end close, including accruals, prepayments and journals, ensuring accuracy and timely delivery Produce monthly management accounts with clear, insightful variance analysis (vs budget, forecast and prior year) Maintain balance sheet integrity, ensuring reconciliations are audit-ready and risks are proactively identified Support budgeting and forecasting, helping stakeholders understand key drivers and performance trends Partner with non-finance stakeholders, providing meaningful insight to support commercial decisions Deliver ad hoc analysis, translating financial data into clear, actionable recommendations Identify and implement process improvements to enhance reporting quality and efficiency About You Newly qualified or 2 3 years PQE (ACA / ACCA / CIMA) Strong grounding in management accounts and month-end ownership Commercially minded, with the confidence to challenge and influence stakeholders Advanced Excel skills with the ability to turn data into insight Experience in a fast-paced SME, e-commerce, media or agency environment is advantageous Proactive, organised and comfortable operating in a dynamic, evolving business We re also open to candidates moving from practice into industry, provided you have hands-on management accounting experience and are confident owning the month-end process. The Business High-growth, entrepreneurial SME with ambitious expansion plans Collaborative and supportive finance team with strong leadership Genuine opportunity to shape processes and add value Hybrid working model (4 days office, 1 from home) This role is ideal for someone who enjoys ownership, pace and visibility, and is looking to build their career within a business where they can make a tangible impact.
