Group Finance Manager

About the role

This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious, hands‑on Group Finance Manager to join a fast‑growing, PE‑backed multi‑entity business. Reporting to senior finance leadership, you will be responsible for the day‑to‑day finance function while gaining exposure to process improvement, business partnering and people management.

Key responsibilities

• Produce accurate and timely monthly management accounts across multiple legal entities.
• Own balance‑sheet reconciliations, accruals, pre‑payments and month‑end close.
• Support budgeting, forecasting and cash‑flow reporting.
• Maintain robust financial controls and accounting processes.
• Provide financial insight to operational stakeholders and support decision‑making.
• Assist with statutory reporting, audit preparation and year‑end activities.
• Drive continuous improvement across finance processes and guide the team toward best‑in‑practice standards.
• Participate in ad‑hoc commercial and strategic finance projects as the business expands.

Required profile

• ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified (or equivalent).
• Strong management‑accounting experience in a complex, multi‑entity environment.
• Technically robust with excellent attention to detail.
• Willingness to stay hands‑on in a growing finance function.
• Previous experience mentoring or managing people.
• Positive, energetic and enthusiastic approach.

Required skills

• ACA
• ACCA
• CIMA

What we offer

• Salary £65,000‑£70,000 per year plus bonus.
• Clear progression path to Financial Controller within 3‑4 years.
• Experience in a dynamic, PE‑backed multi‑entity business.