A specialist outsourced finance function provider, is currently seeking an ambitious and commercially minded part-qualified accountant to join the team on an initial 3-month contract, with the possibility to extend beyond this.
Working across a portfolio of growing client businesses, this role offers the opportunity to gain hands-on exposure to finance transformation projects, process improvement initiatives, and commercial finance support within fast-paced and entrepreneurial environments.
Working closely alongside an experienced CFO, you will receive ongoing mentorship, strategic guidance, and hands-on support throughout the assignment. This role would suit someone who enjoys problem-solving, thrives in evolving environments, and is excited by the opportunity to create structure and efficiency where it currently does not exist.
This job is initially office-based five days per week.
FINANCE MANAGER ROLE:
Support the transformation and development of finance functions
Design and improve key finance processes including purchase-to-pay, order-to-cash, and month-end reporting procedures
Build and implement meaningful management reporting packs and board-level financial reporting
Work extensively with Sage, identifying process limitations and supporting improvements to create scalable finance infrastructure
Assist with the introduction of automation and AI-driven solutions to reduce manual finance processes and improve reporting efficiency
Partner closely with operational and sales teams to provide commercially focused financial insight and support pricing decisions
Establish robust financial controls, governance procedures, and reporting frameworks
Support budgeting, forecasting, reconciliations, and wider finance operations as required
Work collaboratively with senior finance leadership and wider stakeholders to drive finance transformation initiatives
Operate confidently within businesses where processes are still developing, helping bring structure, organisation, and efficiency
WHY THIS ROLE STANDS OUT:
Opportunity to genuinely shape and modernise finance functions rather than simply maintain them
Exposure to a variety of client environments and commercial challenges through an outsourced finance model
Direct mentorship and support from an experienced CFO
Hands-on exposure to finance transformation, automation, commercial finance, and operational improvement
Collaborative and entrepreneurial working environments within growing businesses
Excellent development opportunity for a part-qualified accountant looking to accelerate their career
Initial 3-month contract with strong potential for extension up to 12 months as client requirements evolve and grow
FINANCE MANAGER ESSENTIALS:
Part-qualified ACA / ICAEW accountant is essential
Previous experience within a finance or accounting role, ideally within a fast-paced commercial environment
Strong Sage experience is essential, including confidence using and configuring the system within a growing business environment
Experience using Xero would be highly advantageous
Strong process improvement mindset with the ability to identify inefficiencies and implement practical solutions
Comfortable working within ambiguity and building processes where limited structure currently exists
Enthusiastic about automation, AI tools, and modern approaches to finance operations
Confident communicator with the ability to build strong working relationships across finance and non-finance teams
Highly organised with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively
Self-motivated and proactive, with the confidence to take ownership and drive tasks forward independently
Strong Microsoft Excel skills and overall systems confidence
Professional, adaptable, and solutions-focused approach