Job type
PermanentLocation
High WycombeWorking Pattern
Full-timeSpecialism
Senior Finance QualifiedIndustry
Retail & Consumer GoodsPay
Circa 62k
Finance Manager
Finance Manager – Retail Interiors | High Wycombe | Up to £65,000 + Bonus
An established and privately owned retail interiors dealership based in High Wycombe is seeking a commercially minded Finance Manager to take ownership of its finance function across two entities.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing company where finance is seen as a strategic partner to the business.
The Role
This is a broad and hands-on finance role with full responsibility for financial operations, reporting, and strategic input. Key duties include:
- Leading monthly variance analysis and review meetings with stakeholders.
- Ensuring compliance with VAT, corporation tax, and other regulatory requirements.
- Liaising with external advisors and auditors.
- Improving financial reporting systems and processes.
- Preparing finance packs for Board meetings and supporting new business proposals.
- Managing cost centres and cross-charges across two companies.
- Overseeing monthly management accounts and balance sheet reconciliations.
- Managing purchase ledger, supplier payments, sales ledger, and debtor control.
- Introducing forecasting and budgeting processes.
- Running month-end processes and maintaining financial controls.
- Conducting sales and revenue analysis and preparing cash flow forecasts.
- Submitting VAT returns and performing bank reconciliations.
- Preparing payroll data and year-end accounting files.
- Line managing an account assistant and providing cover when needed.
- Supporting ad-hoc finance tasks as required.
The Person
We’re looking for a qualified accountant (CIMA/ACCA/ACA) with strong post-qualification experience and a commercial mindset. You’ll need:
- Experience with SAGE and strong IT literacy.
- A solid understanding of how commercial businesses operate.
- Adaptability and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
- Excellent communication skills and a collaborative attitude.
- Confidence to work closely with senior stakeholders and influence decision-making.
The Package
- Salary up to £65,000
- 25 days holiday
- Workplace pension
- Flexible working after probation
- Company performance bonus after one calendar year
If you’re a qualified accountant looking for a role where you can make a real impact and work closely with leadership in a growing business, we’d love to hear from you.
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