Finance Manager

The Role: We are pleased to be exclusively partnered with a high performing, multi–entity business based in Leicester as they look to add a Finance Manager into their Group Finance team. This role plays a key position within the finance function, supporting the delivery of high–quality financial reporting, accounting, and financial control across a portfolio of entities and divisions. Sitting at the heart of Group Finance, the position offers excellent exposure to complex reporting areas including multi–entity structures, acquisitions, and statutory reporting, while also providing the opportunity to influence processes and drive improvements across the wider finance function. Key Responsibilities: • Lead the month–end, quarter–end, and year–end close processes for assigned entities, ensuring accurate and timely reporting. • Prepare and review journals including accruals, prepayments, provisions, revenue recognition, and intercompany adjustments. • Produce monthly management information including P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow reporting, alongside detailed commentary on performance. • Deliver variance and trend analysis, highlighting key risks and performance drivers. • Ensure balance sheet reconciliations are complete, robust, and any discrepancies are investigated and resolved promptly. • Support Group consolidation by providing accurate entity–level financial information and reporting schedules. • Assist in the preparation of statutory accounts and ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards and policies. • Act as a key contact for external auditors, supporting audit processes and responding to queries. • Support the integration of new entities, including aligning accounting policies and embedding financial controls. • Drive continuous improvement across financial processes, controls, and systems, including supporting automation and standardisation initiatives. • Line manage and develop junior finance team members, providing guidance and fostering a high–performing team environment. The Ideal Candidate: • ACA / ACCA / CIMA qualified Accountant. • Strong technical accounting knowledge with experience in financial reporting or financial control within a multi–entity environment. • Good understanding of statutory reporting and accounting standards (e.g. IFRS). • Experience supporting audits and preparing financial reporting schedules. • Strong Excel skills including lookups, pivot tables, and financial modelling. • Highly analytical with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple deadlines. • Experience within a complex or regulated environment is advantageous but not essential. • Previous experience managing or mentoring junior team members is beneficial. What they Offer: • up to GBP75,000 base salary plus bonus • Hybrid working model (3 days in the office) • Strong benefits package • Exposure to complex, multi–entity reporting and acquisitions • Clear progression opportunities within a growing finance function How To Apply: We want to hear from you if you're excited about this opportunity and believe you have what it takes to excel in this role. Apply now for further information.