Finance Manager
Location: Swindon
Salary: £58,000 - £70,000 equivalent (£30.00 - £36.00 per hour)
Contract: 9-Month Fixed-Term Contract
Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 08:30 - 16:40
Start Date: ASAP
Are you an experienced Finance Manager looking for your next challenge? We are seeking a commercially focused finance professional to join a leading organisation in Swindon on a 9-month contract. This is an excellent opportunity to play a key role in financial planning, reporting, and business partnering within a fast-paced and collaborative environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the month-end close process and production of management accounts, ensuring all reporting deadlines are achieved.
- Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting submissions.
- Partner closely with operational leaders, providing financial insight and support to drive business performance.
- Lead annual budgeting processes, forecasting activities, and long-term strategic planning.
- Manage monthly cash flow forecasting and reporting.
- Oversee payroll processes and ensure accuracy of financial transactions.
- Conduct variance analysis and provide recommendations to support informed decision-making.
- Manage purchase order processes, vendor approvals, and invoice authorisations.
- Support internal controls, compliance activities, and both internal and external audits.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance financial processes and reporting efficiency.
About You
- To be successful in this role, you will have:
- A Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
- A minimum of 5 years' experience in finance or accounting roles.
- Strong management accounting, forecasting, and financial planning experience.
- Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.
- Proven experience using SAP.
- Strong Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint skills.
- The ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities.
What's on Offer
- Competitive salary equivalent of £58,000 - £70,000.
- Immediate start available.
- A visible role with significant business partnering responsibilities.
- The opportunity to contribute to strategic decision-making and organisational growth.
- Supportive and professional working environment.
If you're an experienced Finance Manager with strong SAP knowledge and a passion for driving financial performance, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to be considered for this exciting opportunity.