Finance Manager in Farnborough - Howett Thorpe

Our client is a well-established family-owned multi-sector organisation who are seeking an experienced Finance Manager to lead the day-to-day financial operations of the business. This is a hands-on role responsible for financial control, reporting, and maintaining the integrity of the Group’s accounting function, while managing a small finance team and supporting strategic decision-making.  The position would suit a commercially aware, highly organised individual who combines strong technical expertise with a practical, operational approach and would be ideal for someone who enjoys autonomy, variety, and responsibility.

Job Title:    Finance Manager      

Job Type:     Permanent   

Location:      Farnborough

Salary:      circa  £55,000 p.a. D.O.E.

Reference no:    15936        

Finance Manager  – About The Role

• Oversee the Group’s accounting and payroll functions, ensuring strong financial control.
• Prepare monthly management accounts for all entities, including consolidated Group P&L and EBITDA reporting.
• Produce Group cashflow forecasts and financial models to support planning.
• Review statutory accounts, maintain fixed asset registers, and ensure accurate ledger postings
• Prepare year-end audit schedules, and manage auditor queries.
• Manage and support a finance team of four covering ledgers, payroll, and management accounts across multiple divisions.
• Ensure compliance with VAT, corporation tax, CIS, and statutory requirements (HMRC, auditors, banks, and other bodies).
• Provide financial analysis and KPI reporting.
• Support budgeting, treasury management and debt financing requirements.

The successful Finance Manager will have:

• AAT Level 4, ACCA/CIMA part-qualified, fully qualified, or QBE with significant senior finance experience.
• Experience within multi-entity organisations, including audit preparation, statutory accounts, VAT, and payroll.
• Strong financial modelling capability and intermediate Excel skills
• Proven ability to lead, manage, and develop a small finance team.
• Highly organised, detail-oriented communicator who can work independently and stay calm under pressure.

Howett Thorpe are acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this role and comply with all relevant UK legislation and do not discriminate on any protected characteristics. Due to the high volume of applications we currently receive, we are unable to respond to all candidates. If you do not hear from a Consultant within 5 working days, please assume that you have not been successful.

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