Finance Manager
3 days ago
Birmingham
Finance Manager Birmingham £45,000 - £65,000 DOE Full-TimeAre you an experienced finance professional looking for a role where your expertise will directly influence the success of a growing business? An exciting opportunity has arisen to join a highly successful, fast-growing music business with a multi-million-pound annual turnover and a diverse portfolio of companies. We're looking for a commercially minded Finance Manager to take ownership of the finance function across multiple entities, providing accurate financial reporting, strategic insight and robust financial control.This is a hands-on leadership role where you'll work closely with the CEO, becoming a trusted adviser and playing a key part in supporting the company's continued growth.The OpportunityAs Finance Manager, you'll oversee the day-to-day financial operations across multiple business entities while delivering meaningful financial insight to support commercial decision-making. You'll be responsible for maintaining strong financial controls, ensuring compliance and identifying opportunities to improve business performance.This is a varied role that offers real ownership, autonomy and the opportunity to make a genuine impact within an ambitious organisation.Key Responsibilities\n\n • Taking full ownership of the finance function across multiple group companies and business entities.\n, • Producing accurate monthly management accounts, financial reports and performance analysis for the CEO and senior leadership team.\n, • Leading budgeting, forecasting and cash flow management, ensuring the business maintains strong financial stability.\n, • Delivering commercial analysis and financial insight to support strategic decision-making and business growth.\n, • Managing all balance sheet reconciliations, intercompany accounting and month-end reporting processes.\n, • Preparing and submitting VAT returns and ensuring full compliance with statutory and regulatory obligations.\n, • Overseeing accounts payable, accounts receivable and credit control to maintain healthy cash flow across the group.\n, • Managing payroll or working alongside external payroll providers to ensure accurate and timely processing.\n, • Acting as the primary point of contact for external accountants, auditors, banks and financial advisers.\n, • Supporting year-end statutory accounts and coordinating the annual audit process where required.\n, • Developing and improving financial systems, controls and reporting processes to enhance operational efficiency.\n, • Producing KPI reports, dashboards and financial forecasts to support business planning.\n, • Supporting acquisitions, new business ventures and commercial projects with financial modelling and due diligence.\n, • Identifying opportunities to improve profitability, reduce costs and strengthen financial performance across the business.\n, • Maintaining complete confidentiality while handling commercially sensitive financial information.\n, • Working closely with the CEO to provide proactive financial guidance and support key business initiatives.\nAbout YouWe're looking for a proactive finance professional who enjoys taking ownership and thrives in a fast-paced commercial environment.You'll ideally have:\n\n, • Previous experience in a Finance Manager or similar position.\n, • Experience managing finance across multiple companies or legal entities.\n, • Strong knowledge of management accounting, budgeting, forecasting and financial reporting.\n, • Excellent commercial awareness with the ability to translate financial data into meaningful business insights.\n, • Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and experience using accounting software.\n, • Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines.\n, • Strong communication skills and the confidence to work directly with senior leadership.\n, • A continuous improvement mindset with the ability to streamline processes and implement best practices.\n, • AAT, ACCA, CIMA or ACA qualification (or qualified by experience with a proven track record).\nWhat's on Offer\n\n, • £45,000 - £65,000 per annum, depending on experience.\n, • Birmingham-based office.\n, • A senior position within a growing multi-million-pound business.\n, • Direct collaboration with the CEO and senior leadership team.\n, • A role offering genuine autonomy, responsibility and influence.\n, • The opportunity to shape the finance function as the business continues to expand.\n, • Long-term career progression within an ambitious and exciting organisation.\nIf you're an ambitious Finance Manager looking for a role where your expertise will make a real commercial impact, we'd love to hear from you!