Finance Manager

Location: Milton Keynes, Hybrid

Contract: Full-time, Permanent

We’re a digital change consultancy helping organisations navigate complex transformation through people, process, and technology. We partner with clients across sectors to deliver practical, data-driven, and sustainable change.

We’re growing — and we’re looking for a Finance Manager who can bring strong financial leadership, commercial insight, and operational excellence to support our continued success.

As our Finance Manager, you’ll take ownership of the company’s financial operations — ensuring robust financial management, compliance, and strategic insight.

This is a hands-on role suited to a qualified accountant who enjoys both the detail of finance operations and the opportunity to shape financial strategy in a dynamic consultancy environment. You’ll work closely with our senior leadership team, supporting business planning, client profitability analysis, and continuous improvement.

Financial Management & Reporting

• Prepare and review monthly management accounts, including variance analysis and commentary.
• Produce accurate and timely cash flow forecasts and financial reports.
• Lead budgeting and three-year forecasting processes.
• Provide financial insight to support decision-making and long-term planning.
• Support project profitability analysis and client pricing reviews.

Transactional & Operational Finance

• Oversee accounts payable, receivable, payroll, and banking operations.
• Maintain the general ledger and ensure accurate journal postings.
• Manage VAT returns, HMRC filings, and ensure full compliance with UK financial regulations.
• Liaise with external accountants for annual accounts, audits, and statutory reporting.
• Manage relationships with banking partners and optimise cash flow.
• Maintain and enhance internal financial controls and processes.

Business Partnering & Leadership

• Partner with the Directors and other teams to build financial awareness and accountability.
• Provide financial input to client and subcontractor contracts and negotiations.
• Support pricing strategies and commercial models for consulting projects.
• Manage and develop junior finance staff.

Essential:

• Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA).
• At least 4 years’ experience in a finance role, ideally within an SME or consultancy environment.
• Strong understanding of UK accounting standards, VAT, and tax compliance.
• Proficiency in cloud-based finance systems (Xero preferred) and advanced Excel skills.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and stakeholder management abilities.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, project-oriented environment.

Desirable:

• Experience managing subcontractors and IR35 compliance.
• Familiarity with project accounting or time-based billing models.
• Experience with government or public sector contracts.

• The opportunity to shape the financial function of a growing digital consultancy.
• A collaborative and flexible working culture focused on learning and development.
• Exposure to diverse projects across industries and sectors.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.

If you’re looking for a role where you can combine financial rigour with strategic influence — and be part of a consultancy making real change happen — we’d love to hear from you.