Finance Manager

On behalf of our client we are looking for a seasoned Finance Manager for their headquarters in Bracknell, Berkshire .

Working within a fast-growing SaaS / technology company, you will play a central role in maintaining strong financial control across the Group’s operational finance processes.

Reporting directly to the Finance Director (FD), the Finance Manager is responsible for overseeing treasury management, accounts payable governance and key elements of the monthly financial close process. The role ensures that supplier payments, balance sheet positions and cash management activities are executed accurately and efficiently, while maintaining appropriate financial controls.

The role will also provide day-to-day management and development of a team of 2 individuals ensuring work is delivered to a high standard while supporting process improvements across the Finance function.

Key responsibilities:

Treasury & Cash Management

Oversee day-to-day treasury activities across the Group:

• Monitoring cash balances and ensuring sufficient liquidity across accounts
• Maintaining rolling cashflow forecasts and preparing weekly cash reporting for the FD
• Managing treasury placements, including overnight deposit arrangements
• Monitoring payment timings to support efficient cash utilisation
• Highlighting potential cashflow risks or opportunities to the FD

Accounts Payable Oversight & Payment Governance

Provide oversight and control of the supplier payment process and associated workflows:

• Reviewing and approving supplier payment runs
• Managing the purchase order approval hierarchy within NetSuite
• Reviewing and approving purchase orders in line with internal policies
• Acting as escalation point for supplier or payment related issues

General Ledger and Month End Close Ownership

Lead key elements of the month end close relating to operational finance and Balance Sheet control:

• Managing the month end close process
• Reviewing input from the team to ensure completeness and accuracy
• Maintaining the fixed asset register including capitalisation of additions and asset disposals
• Owning Balance Sheet accounts for Cash, Accruals, Prepayments and Stock
• Supporting intercompany and transfer pricing postings in coordination with the FD
• Reviewing and approving journals relating to operational finance areas
• Contributing to monthly cost reporting commentary alongside the FD

Management and supervision

Provide leadership and oversight for the Accounts Payable team:

• Managing two Accounts Assistants
• Reviewing work output to ensure accuracy and adherence to financial controls
• Approving payment runs and resolving escalated queries
• Setting development objectives and conducting performance appraisals
• Supporting training, process improvements and continuous development within the team

Your profile:

• AAT qualified, part-qualified accountant (ACCA / ACA / CIMA), or equivalent practical experience.
• Experience within a finance team operating in a multi-entity environment
• Experience overseeing accounts payable processes or operational finance activities
• Experience supporting month end close and Balance Sheet reconciliation processes
• Experience managing or mentoring junior finance team members
• Exposure to ERP systems (such as NetSuite)
• Experience within SaaS / technology sector desirable
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple financial processes and deadlines
• Good understanding of financial controls and Balance Sheet management
• High attention to detail with a structured and methodical approach
• Comfortable reviewing work prepared by others and providing constructive guidance
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to identify issues and escalate appropriately