Qualified Finance Manager

Job DescriptionFully Qualified Finance ManagerBased in NottinghamHybrid Working PolicyUp to 65,000 Your new companyYour new company is a leader in their field, based in Nottingham and are looking for a fully qualified Finance Manager to join their team on a permanent basis.Your new roleYour new role will include but not be limited to:Prepare accurate monthly management accounts, yearend accounts, and support external audits.Manage budgeting, forecasting, and cashflow planning, including creating and maintaining financial models.Produce timely financial reports, KPI analysis, and insights for leadership.Bring VAT returns, payroll, and corporation tax preparation inhouse and manage ongoing compliance.Oversee and support one finance team member responsible for transactional duties (AP, AR, Credit Control, bank reconciliations).Maintain strong financial controls, ensuring accurate reconciliations and compliance with accounting standards.Improve finance processes, streamline workflows, and support system enhancements.Utilise Xero effectively (experience desirable), including reviewing data, reporting and integrations.Provide analysis, cost reviews, and scenario planning to support commercial decisionmaking.Liaise with auditors, HMRC, external advisors, and internal stakeholders as required.What you''ll need to succeedFully qualified ACCA/ ACA/ CIMA accountantPrevious proven experience in a similar roleExperience mentoring or supervising at least one junior finance team member.Good systems knowledge; Xero experience is highly desirable.Advanced Excel skills (lookups, pivot tables, modelling).Strong understanding of financial controls, reconciliations, and compliance requirements.Handson experience with VAT returns, payroll processes, and corporation tax preparation.Ability to confidently explain financial performance, variances, risks, and forecasts in board meetings.What you''ll get in returnUp to 65,000 DOEFantastic working environment30 days holiday + bank holidays + birthday leavePension scheme1 day working from homeWhat you need to do nowIf you''re interested in this role, click ''apply now'' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn''t quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. # 4776314

Created: 2026-04-08