Finance Manager

This is a rare opportunity to step into a Finance Manager role that offers both strategic involvement and day-to-day influence - perfect for someone who thrives on variety, ownership, and developing a high-performing team based in Bangor. Working closely with the Financial Controller and Finance Director, you'll support year-end processes, statutory reporting under UK GAAP, and the development of finance systems and controls.

Client Details

Michael Page are working with a well-established, multi-entity business group based in Bangor. They're looking to appoint a Finance Manager to support the Financial Controller in running the day-to-day operations of the finance department, while also contributing to wider strategic goals across a diverse portfolio. You'll be a key figure in the finance function, managing a small team and ensuring accurate, timely reporting across multiple companies. The role balances hands-on financial oversight with leadership responsibility, offering visibility across senior stakeholders and exposure to both internal and external reporting requirements.

Description

The key responsibilities of the Finance Manager include:

• Lead the production of monthly management accounts and reporting packs for multiple entities
• Support statutory accounts preparation and year-end audit processes
• Oversee day-to-day finance operations and cash management
• Manage and mentor a small finance team, ensuring accurate delivery across the function
• Take ownership of debtor reporting, intercompany reconciliations, and cash forecasting
• Support the development and improvement of finance systems and procedures
• Act as a key contact for technical accounting issues and internal queries
• Contribute to ad-hoc analysis and strategic finance projects

Profile

The successful Finance Manager will be:

• Part qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA or equivalent)
• Confident operating in a multi-company environment with intercompany complexity
• Technically strong with a solid grounding in UK GAAP
• Comfortable balancing both strategic oversight and day-to-day operational demands
• Experienced in managing and developing small teams
• Commercially aware with sound judgement and excellent attention to detail
• Proactive, organised, and capable of working independently and collaboratively

Job Offer

Our client will offer:

• Competitive base salary + annual bonus
• Hybrid working with flexibility to work from home
• Private medical and dental insurance
• Enhanced maternity and paternity leave
• Company pension
• Free on-site parking
• Company events and wellbeing initiatives (including fitness classes)
• Supportive, collaborative working culture with genuine progression potential