Finance Manager

“This is a great opportunity for motivated learners—joining a PE-backed, high-growth business that has scaled from 10 to 360 FTE in three years, with plans to exceed 500 in the next 24 months. We’re mid-cycle in our investment journey, implementing new systems, and driving change at pace.” – CFO Finance Manager | Nottingham | £55,000 - £60,000 Benefits Looking for a role with real flexibility, but still want to be part of something ambitious and fast-moving? This PE-backed business has scaled at speed and continues to grow through acquisitions, giving you the chance to lead improvements, oversee a small team, and help shape the finance function for the future – all with a hybrid setup that’s as flexible as they come (just one day a fortnight in the office). This is a leadership role with broad exposure across operational finance – you'll be focused on reviewing, improving, and streamlining finance processes, rather than being hands-on with the numbers. Working closely with senior leadership, you’ll oversee a small team, lead on reporting and controls, and play a key part in system developments and business-wide analysis. What’s in it for you? Hybrid working – just one day every two weeks in the office, the rest is up to you Genuine progression opportunities – with a clear route to Financial Controller or senior project/commercial roles as the business continues to scale A competitive salary (£55,000 - £60,000) 5% flex pot for perks via the company benefits portal Private healthcare, Dental, 26 days holiday ( bank holidays), and matched pension scheme What You’ll Be Doing: Overseeing the operational finance function – including systems, purchase ledger, credit control, cash management, and expenses Reviewing and improving finance processes to enhance accuracy, efficiency, and control across core reporting areas Producing monthly management accounts, cash flow forecasts, and financial reporting packs Collaborating with the Credit Control team to ensure debtor alignment with reconciliations Supporting system enhancements and ensuring financial data integrity Providing insight and challenge to improve cost allocation and departmental reporting Managing and supporting a small team of finance staff (2 direct reports) This is a chance to step into a leadership role within a high-growth business, where you’ll influence change, drive improvements, and support further acquisitions – all while maintaining a strong work-life balance. What You’ll Need: Fully qualified accountant (ACCA / ACA / CIMA) Strong technical grounding with a commercial mindset Comfortable leading small teams and driving process improvements Able to commute to Nottingham for team collaboration (typically one day every two weeks) Distinct Recruitment Privacy Policy

Location: Nottingham, GB

Posted Date: 5/2/2025