Finance Manager

Finance Manager

Location: Armagh (with the opportunity to work from Belfast following successful completion of probation)
Salary: £45,000 - £55,000 DOE
Contract: Full-Time, Permanent
Hours: 40 hours per week, with flexibility to work additional hours as business needs require

About the Role
Apple Recruitment is delighted to be recruiting for a permanent Finance Manager on behalf of our client.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a profitable and rapidly expanding multi-site organisation at a pivotal stage of its growth journey. The successful candidate will take ownership of the finance function, work closely with senior leadership, and play a key role in supporting the continued growth and success of the business.

Please note: Applicants must have the permanent right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Benefits

• Competitive salary of £45,000 - £55,000
• Company pension scheme (NEST)
• 28 days annual leave plus public holidays
• Company laptop
• Company phone or contribution towards business calls
• Free parking available at city centre and regional locations
• Private Medical Insurance with Aviva (optional)
• Access to on-site childcare facilities in Armagh
• Opportunities to participate in community events and initiatives
• Genuine opportunities for career growth and professional development
• Potential to work from Belfast upon successful completion of probation

The Opportunity

This is more than a traditional Finance Manager role. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to build, develop and improve systems, processes and reporting structures that support a growing organisation.
Reporting directly to senior leadership, you will act as a trusted commercial adviser, providing valuable financial insight while ensuring the finance function is scalable, efficient and future-focused.

The organisation is particularly interested in candidates who embrace technology, automation and AI-driven solutions to improve reporting, visibility and decision-making.

For an ambitious finance professional, this role offers genuine scope for progression, increased responsibility and long-term career development as the business continues to expand.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the finance function, providing financial and commercial support to senior leadership.
• Prepare budgets, forecasts and financial models to support business planning and growth.
• Deliver accurate monthly management accounts, KPI reporting and performance analysis.
• Monitor profitability, cash flow, costs and key business metrics, identifying risks and opportunities.
• Maintain strong financial controls, policies and reporting processes across the organisation.
• Oversee day-to-day finance operations, including payroll, VAT, invoicing, payments and supplier management.
• Support the financial management and performance of multiple operational locations and business projects.
• Drive continuous improvement across finance systems, processes and reporting.
• Identify opportunities to automate manual tasks and implement technology, AI and process improvements.
• Act as a trusted business partner, providing insight and recommendations to support strategic decision-making.

About You
You will be an ambitious, commercially minded finance professional who combines strong technical expertise with a proactive and solutions-focused approach.

Ideally, you will have:

• ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualification, or equivalent experience.
• Previous Finance Manager experience, or be an experienced Financial Controller ready to step into a Finance Manager position.
• Experience within an SME, growing business, entrepreneurial environment or multi-site operation.
• Strong commercial awareness and strategic thinking.
• Advanced financial modelling, forecasting and analytical skills.
• Excellent Excel skills.
• Experience using QuickBooks or similar accounting software.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Confidence dealing with customers, suppliers and colleagues at all levels.
• Experience managing multi-site operations would be advantageous.

Why Apply?

• This is a unique opportunity to take ownership of a finance function within a successful and growing organisation where your contribution will have a genuine impact.

You will have the opportunity to:

• Work directly with senior leadership.
• Influence strategic decision-making.
• Lead and develop a growing finance function.
• Introduce technology, automation and AI solutions.
• Shape financial systems and processes.
• Support business growth and expansion initiatives.
• Advance your career within an ambitious organisation with significant growth plans.
• Benefit from potential hybrid working from Belfast following probation.

If you are a driven finance professional looking for a role where you can make a real impact while continuing to develop your career, Apple Recruitment would be delighted to hear from you.

Important Information
Applicants must have the permanent right to work in the UK. Sponsorship is not available
for this position.

How to Apply If you wish to apply or would like more information, please email your CV to Patricia at .

Please ensure your CV is accurate and up to date, including your full employment history, driving experience, relevant qualifications and current contact details.

All details will be treated in the strictest confidence.

Apple Recruitment Services is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Apple Recruitment Services is an Equal Opportunities Employer.