If you''re ready to step into a role where you can actually shape how finance operates - not just report on it - this could be the move you''ve been waiting for.This Finance Manager opportunity offers far more than a typical reporting role. You''ll join a growing, purpose-driven SME business that provides a range of services. With the Finance Director taking on broader strategic responsibility, they need an upcoming and/or experienced Finance Manager to take ownership of the day-to-day function and team leadership.It''s the kind of Finance Manager role that starts hands-on, giving you full visibility, then evolves into leadership and strategic input as you make your mark. If you enjoy improving things, developing people and being trusted to take ownership, you''ll feel right at home here.Role Overview Lead, mentor and develop a finance team of fourTake ownership of monthly management accounts and reportingBring bookkeeping and core finance processes in-houseImprove systems, processes and reporting qualitySupport budgeting, forecasting and business planningPartner with stakeholders to provide commercial insight The Ideal Candidate Qualified accountant preferred - CIMA, ACA / ICAEW, ACCA or equivalentPrevious experience leading and mentoring finance team members - essentialEnjoys improving processes, building structure and taking ownership of the management accounts and finance functionConfident working hands-on before stepping into and increasing leadership, review and strateg