Finance Manager in High Peak - Michael Page Finance

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Finance Manager to join a growing sector where you can influence and take ownership of the finance function.

Client Details

My client is a respected UK-based SME, operating at the forefront of technical innovation. Operating across multiple sites, they work with a global client base to tackle complex, high-impact challenges.

Known for its collaborative culture and investment in expertise, it offers employees the opportunity to contribute to meaningful work within a stable, growing environment that values quality, curiosity, and long-term development.

Description

As Finance Manager, you will take ownership of the finance function within this growing SME. This is a hands-on role and a real opportunity to influence and upskill a well-established team in order to improve financial performance and help shape the future direction of the business.

Key Responsibilities include:

• Full ownership of day-to-day financial operations, overseeing a team of 3 part-qualified Accountants
• Overseeing the preparation of monthly management accounts and being the first manager review on a monthly basis and then working with senior stakeholders to talk through performance commentary
• Act as a trusted business partner to senior stakeholders, providing insight to support commercial decisions
• Drive process improvements, systems enhancements, and financial controls as the business grows
• Liaise with external advisors including accountants, auditors, banks, and insurers

Profile

• Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) or qualified by sufficient experience
• Proven experience in a Finance Manager or senior finance role within an SME environment
• Comfortable operating both strategically and hands-on
• Strong commercial awareness with the ability to translate numbers into insight
• Proactive, adaptable, and confident working in a fast-paced, evolving business
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively with non-finance stakeholders

Job Offer

• Competitive salary ranging from £55,000 to £60,000 per annum.
• Performance based bonus, annually
• Hybrid working (3 days in and 2 at home)
• Permanent role with opportunities for career growth.
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Discounts on retailers, gym etc.