Finance Manager - Fixed Term Contract (12 Months)Salary: Up to £55,000Location: South ManchesterA high-growth, investor-backed business is seeking a Finance Manager to join on a 12-month fixed term basis. This is a key hire during a period of expansion, offering the opportunity to enhance financial processes, support performance, and provide valuable insight to senior stakeholders.Overview of the RoleThis position will take responsibility for core finance activities, ensuring accurate reporting, robust controls, and insightful analysis. You will play a central role in supporting both operational and strategic decision-making across the business.Key DutiesManage month-end and year-end close, ensuring accuracy and adherence to deadlinesPrepare and refine monthly management accounts, including full financial statements and variance analysisDevelop reporting packs that clearly communicate financial performance, trends, and risksProvide commercial and operational analysis to support wider business functionsAssist with budgeting and forecasting processes, ensuring alignment with business objectivesMonitor cashflow, including forecasting and working capital managementMaintain and strengthen financial controls, ensuring compliance with internal policies and external standardsLead, mentor, and support a small finance teamPartner with stakeholders across the business to provide financial insight and recommendationsIdentify opportunities to improve processes, systems, and reporting effi