Finance Manager

  • Bayman Atkinson Smythe
  • City, Manchester
  • May 11, 2026
Full time Accounting

Job Description

Finance Manager c£55,000 South Manchester Hybrid Working

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Finance Manager to join a well-established and values-driven organisation during a period of continued growth and transformation. This is a broad and commercially focused role, offering the chance to work closely with senior leadership to support strategic decision-making, financial planning, regulatory compliance, and operational performance across a complex multi-entity environment.

The Role

You'll lead the delivery of a high-quality finance service across the Group from business partnering and management accounts to statutory reporting, long-term financial planning and tax compliance. Working closely with senior leaders, you'll provide the insight and analysis that drives sound decision-making at every level.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Deliver robust budget setting, forecasting and financial performance reporting
  • Support production of statutory accounts and manage the external audit process
  • Provide insightful financial analysis and business partnering support to senior stakeholders
  • Drive financial control, compliance and continuous improvement across finance operations
  • Support development and investment activity through financial appraisal, modelling and risk analysis
  • Contribute to long-term financial strategy, including stress testing, and scenario planning
  • Lead, coach and develop a high-performing finance team
  • Drive process improvements, automation and value for money across the business

About You

  • Fully qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA or equivalent)
  • Proven management experience in a complex finance environment
  • Strong technical knowledge across financial and management accounting
  • Confident communicator, able to challenge and influence at all levels
  • Experience of business partnering across multi-disciplinary teams
  • Advanced Excel skills and experience with finance systems

What s on Offer

  • 28 days annual leave (rising to 31)
  • Competitive salary package
  • Hybrid and flexible working arrangements
  • Excellent pension scheme
  • Generous annual leave entitlement
  • Healthcare cash plan
  • Retail and lifestyle discounts
  • Opportunity to join a collaborative and forward-thinking organisation with strong values and a supportive culture

Interested? Get in touch for a confidential conversation or apply with your CV today.