Finance Manager

• Wilmslow Based Tech Firm
• UK and US Exposure
• Career Step

Otto James is working with a growing technology strategy, operations and digital consultancy organisation based near Wilmslow to recruit a Qualified Finance Manager to join their finance team.Why join our client This Finance Manager role offers the chance to shape key processes, partner with senior leaders, and play a visible role in how the business manages performance and growth. You'll join a team that values transparency, accountability, and continuous improvement. It's an environment where finance has a genuine voice in strategic conversations.How you'll make an impact

• Financial Reporting: Producing monthly management accounts, including Profit & Loss (P&L), balance sheets, and cash flow statements.
• Budgeting & Forecasting: Leading annual budgeting cycles and regular re-forecasting to align with company goals.
• Team Leadership: Managing, mentoring, and developing a finance team (e.g., accounts payable/receivable, analysts).
• Compliance & Audit: Ensuring adherence to financial regulations and managing relationships with external auditors and HMRC.
• Risk Management: Identifying financial risks and implementing internal controls to protect company assets.
• Process Improvement: Driving efficiencies by upgrading financial systems and streamlining workflows.
• Performance Analysis: Delivering detailed reports on margins, sales trends, and variances against budgets.
• Strategic Planning: Leading the budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning processes.
• Commercial Support: Developing pricing models, evaluating investment appraisals, and supporting contract negotiations or tenders.
• Operational Insight: Identifying cost-saving opportunities and revenue drivers to enhance ROI.
• Reporting: Creating and presenting Board-level packs, executive dashboards, and management information (MI)

Your Profile

• ACA, CIMA, ACCA, or equivalent
• Experience in a Tech business will be seen as a plus, but not essential
• A proven track record of leading finance teams, implementing internal controls, and driving process improvements
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• A proactive and solution-oriented approach

Salary & Benefits As Finance Manager, you'll join a business that values people, flexibility and continuous development. • Salary £45,000-£45,000 plus bonus • Hybrid working (2-3 days in the office) • Pension scheme • 25 days holiday plus bank holidays • Opportunity to shape finance processes in a growing organisation