Group Finance Manager

Looking for a finance role where your technical expertise actually shapes the future? Here's your chance to join a high-growth, ever-evolving sector that's changing the way the UK moves. As Group Finance Manager, you'll be at the heart of a business that's experiencing high-rate year on year growth, with no two days the same and plenty of opportunity to make your mark. If you're ready to step into a role that offers real impact, a friendly team, and a genuinely interesting industry, this is the one to watch.Reporting to the Group Head of Finance, you will be responsible for:

• Leading a small team of three, focused on purchase ledger and transactional finance
• Managing the month-end close process and ensuring everything comes together smoothly
• Overseeing all cash and bank reconciliations, with full ownership of forecasting
• Taking charge of statutory compliance and tax, including VAT and year-end audit
• Reviewing and improving internal policies and controls, driving process maturity
• Supporting a business that's growing fast, adapting to change, and always looking for better ways to work

What you will need:

• ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualification
• Strong technical financial reporting background, ideally as a second mover from practice
• Experience with statutory reporting and compliance
• Some management experience, even if light-touch
• A track record of driving process improvements
• Previous experience in a similar role, such as Financial Controller, Group Accountant, or Senior Finance Manager
• Comfortable with Sage Intact, SalesForce, and intermediate Excel skills
• Adaptable, hands-on, and ready to pitch in wherever needed

What you will get:

• 10% discretionary annual bonus
• 25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays
• 1 paid volunteering day per year and 1 paid day off for moving house
• Company sick pay (30 days full pay and 30 days half pay per annum)
• Life insurance at 3x annual salary from day one
• Admission to enhanced pension scheme after 3 months
• Ongoing training and study support for your career development
• Opportunity to enrol onto a salary sacrifice EV scheme
• Cycle to work scheme and access to PerkPal platform
• Quarterly company events, free snacks and drinks in the office, and free office parking
• Flexible working hours

If you would like to find out more about this role, please apply with your CV or LinkedIn PDF. We look forward to hearing from you!We take your application seriously and WE RESPOND TO EVERY APPLICATION because getting a job is hard enough.The Niche Partnership is acting as a recruitment business in relation to this role. The Niche Partnership complies with all relevant UK legislation and doesn't discriminate on any protected characteristics. By completing the application process, you agree to the terms outlined in our Privacy Notice and that The Niche Partnership may contact you in connection with your application in relation to The Niche Partnership providing you with work-finding services. Our Privacy Notice can be viewed under the privacy tab on our website.