Finance Manager

b Overview /b p In this Finance Manager role, you will oversee the finance function within a hands-on SME property business, reporting to the Managing Director. You’ll lead a small team while handling client-facing financial activities and cross-functional collaboration. You’ll shape reporting, budgeting, and compliance to support decision-making and stakeholder confidence. This position offers visibility across the business and a chance to drive continuous improvements in finance operations. /p b Pay / Benefits /b ul li 40-50k salary /li li 25 days annual leave + bank holidays /li li NEST pension scheme /li li Free parking /li li Fully office-based position /li li Working hours 8:30am - 5:00pm /li /ul b Responsibilities /b ul li Prepare monthly expenditure reports and management information /li li Produce annual budgets for a portfolio of clients /li li Compile year-end accounts information for external accountants /li li Attend client meetings and report on financial matters /li li Prepare and issue statements and financial reports /li li Manage arrears and oversee credit control activities /li li Prepare and file Companies House Confirmation Statements /li li Act as Company Secretary where applicable /li li Ensure compliance with relevant industry regulations and financial controls /li li Liaise with auditors and external advisers /li li Maintain and develop finance systems and processes /li li Lead, support and develop two Accounts Assistants /li li Drive continuous improvement across finance operations /li /ul b Key requirements /b ul li Qualified, part-qualified or qualified by experience accountants will be considered /li li Strong management accounting and financial reporting experience /li li Experience managing or mentoring finance staff /li li Excellent communication skills and the ability to build relationships with stakeholders /li li Strong attention to detail and organisational skills /li li Commercial awareness and a proactive approach to problem-solving /li li Experience improving systems, controls and processes /li /ul ul li Excellent communication /li li Stakeholder relationship building /li li Attention to detail /li li Organisational skills /li li Commercial awareness /li li Proactive problem-solving /li /ul