Finance Manager
Location: Reading
Salary: £50,000 per annum (pro rata if part-time)
About the Company:
An innovative and growing private healthcare business with a turnover of £2.5m is looking for an experienced Finance Manager to lead its finance function. The company is known for its exceptional customer care and offers a friendly and inclusive working environment.
The Role:
This is a hands-on Finance Manager role, ideal for a proactive individual who enjoys working across both the operational and strategic sides of finance. You will have ownership of the finance function and play a key role in supporting the company’s continued growth.
Key Responsibilities:
- Overseeing all day-to-day transactional finance activities, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and banking.
- Managing month-end processes, including reconciliations, journal entries, and the preparation of financial reports.
- Leading the annual budgeting and periodic forecasting processes, ensuring accuracy and providing financial insights to support decision-making.
- Conducting variance analysis to monitor performance against budget and making recommendations for improvements.
- Building and maintaining relationships with key stakeholders, including external providers (e.g., private health insurers).
- Developing and mentoring the Accounts Assistant to support their professional growth.
Candidate Requirements:
- A later-stage studier (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) or fully qualified accountant.
- Proven experience in a small to medium-sized business environment, ideally with a broad finance remit.
- Comfortable working hands-on, with the ability to step back and contribute to strategic financial planning.
- Strong communication skills with the ability to build positive working relationships internally and externally.
Benefits:
- Option for part-time hours (minimum 3 days per week).
- 25 days holiday plus bank holidays.
- Free dermatology care and discounted products.
- Private health cover through Vitality Healthcare.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a commercially-minded finance professional looking to make an impact in a growing, people-focused organisation.
To Apply:
If you’re ready to take your next step, apply with your CV or get in touch for more details.