Finance Manager

Location: Stratford-upon-Avon Full-Time Office-Based

Part-time considered

Are you a commercially minded finance professional who thrives on improving processes and making a tangible impact? This is a standout opportunity to join a growing business at a pivotal stage of its journey, where your expertise will directly shape financial accuracy, reporting, and long-term success.

This role offers something a little different. You'll begin with a high-impact project to review and rebuild the balance sheet-giving you real visibility and influence from day one. Once complete, you'll transition into a broad Financial Manager position, taking ownership of reporting, controls, and ongoing financial operations.

The Opportunity

• Lead a critical balance sheet review project-identify issues, implement solutions, and strengthen controls
• Step into a hands-on Financial Manager role with responsibility for management accounts, reporting, cash flow, and stock
• Partner with senior stakeholders and external advisors to drive continuous improvement
• Join a business experiencing sustained growth, offering clear progression as the company expands

Key Responsibilities

Initial Project Phase:

• Review and reconcile the balance sheet, resolving discrepancies and improving accuracy
• Strengthen controls and introduce best-practice reconciliation processes
• Provide insights and recommendations to senior leadership

Ongoing Role:

• Produce monthly management accounts, reports, and variance analysis
• Oversee cash flow, working capital, and financial controls
• Take ownership of stock accounting and inventory reporting
• Support month-end and year-end processes
• Liaise with auditors, accountants, and external stakeholders

About You

• Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent preferred)
• Strong background in financial management and balance sheet reconciliations within an SME environment
• Experience preparing management accounts and working with stock/inventory
• Advanced Excel skills and experience with Sage
• Analytical, detail-driven, and confident operating independently
• A proactive mindset with the ability to identify and implement improvements

Why Apply?

• High-impact role with immediate visibility across the business
• Genuine opportunity to shape processes and drive change
• Clear pathway for progression as the company continues to grow
• A varied position combining project work and long-term financial leadership

If you're looking for a role where you can make a difference from day one and grow with a business on an upward trajectory, this is an excellent next step in your career. To be considered, please apply online or email .

Please note, only those with relevant experience can be considered.