Finance Manager

“I am so clever that sometimes I don’t understand a single word of what I am saying.” Oscar Wilde.

Sheridan Maine is delighted to be partnering with a respected and well-established organisation based in Loughton to recruit a Finance Manager.

This is an exciting opportunity for a commercially minded and analytically strong finance professional to join a collaborative team and lead across a broad range of finance activities—with a particular focus on financial planning and analysis (FP&A).

Responsibilities of the Finance Manager will include:

• Preparation of management reporting and insightful commentary for stakeholders.
• Month-end processes including journals, P&L and Balance Sheet review.
• Revenue tracking, analysis, and reporting.
• Ownership of budgeting and rolling forecasting processes.
• Insurance renewals and submissions.
• Year-end activities including audit preparation and liaison.
• Support with working capital management and banking relationships.
• Approve/sign off invoices and payments as needed.
• Mentor and guide junior team members.
• Identify and implement improvements to financial systems and processes.

The successful Finance Manager:

• Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA).
• Strong technical and commercial finance knowledge.
• Advanced Excel and Power BI skills are essential.
• Desirable: Experience with stock control and forecasting.

What’s on Offer:

• Salary up to £70,000 per annum.
• Discretionary bonus.
• Access to an on-site gym.
• Inclusive and supportive team culture.
• A varied role where you can add real value.

This is a full-time, office-based role (5 days per week) in Loughton, offering the opportunity to work closely with senior management and contribute directly to business success.

If you’re passionate about this position or are keen to hear more, please click on “apply” as soon as possible.

You are required to be eligible to work in the UK full time without restriction.

Due to the high volume of applications, it is not always possible to respond to unsuccessful applicants. Therefore, if we have not responded to your application within five days, please assume that on this occasion your application has not been successful.