Finance Manager - Platinum Recruitment : Job Details

Finance Manager

Tameside

£45,000 - £50,000 - Enhanced pension, medical cover & life insurance

This isn't just another Finance Manager position. It's a brand-new role created to give the Group Financial Controller of this growing software business a strong No.2, and provide you with a real opportunity to shape how finance supports the wider business.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a part or fully qualified ACCA / CIMA Finance Manager who thrives in a fast-paced, commercial environment, and who is keen to take on people management responsibility while partnering with senior stakeholders up to VP level…

You'll be the go-to partner for the Group Financial Controller, with real variety in your day-to-day…

Key Responsibilities:

• Leading and mentoring a team of 4 (Finance Assistants & Purchase Ledger)
• Getting under the skin of the numbers - producing insightful management accounts, profitability reports, and variance analysis
• Keeping our finances sharp with balance sheet reconciliations, VAT returns, cash flow monitoring, and statutory reporting
• Driving continuous improvements in systems, processes, and controls
• Partnering with senior stakeholders (up to VP level) to support smart decision-making
• Being hands-on when needed, but also stepping back to coach, develop, and support your team

On your profile, the business is looking for more than just a "numbers person." Somone curious, motivated, and confident in their abilities - but you're also approachable, supportive, and great at building relationships. You'll happily jump in to problem-solve, but you also know when to delegate and coach.

This role is perfect if you want to play a key part in shaping how a finance team runs - with the support of a Group Financial Controller who values partnership, collaboration, and results.

Sound like you? Please send your CV to and I will coordinate all interviews.