Finance Manager
| Job Type | Permanent |
| Location | Merseyside |
| Area | North West, UK |
| Sector | Finance |
| Salary | GBP50000.00 - GBP60000.00 per annum + Benefits |
| Currency | GBP |
| Start Date | ASAP |
| Advertiser | Zachary Daniels |
| Job Ref | BBBH34290_1756201451 |
- Description
Finance Manager | Merseyside | Convenience Retail
Zachary Daniels Recruitment are delighted to be supporting this well established convenience retailer in the appointment of a Finance Manager to help facilitate a period of sustained growth and investment.
As Finance Manager your role will blend Management Accounting with business partnering alongside the requirement to roll your sleeves up when required.
Finance Manager Key Responsibilities
- Own the month-end process, management accounts, and reconciliations
- Deliver detailed variance analysis, commentary, and reporting packs
- Lead budgeting and forecasting across store operations and support group planning
- Provide financial modelling and analysis for commercial decisions and strategic projects
- Maintain strong control of cash flow, working capital, and cost management
- Ensure compliance with audit, tax, and regulatory requirements
- Partner with operational leaders to drive performance and efficiency
- Act as the key finance contact for the MD
- Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA)
- Minimum 5-6 years of progressive finance experience
- Strong foundation in both financial control and FP&A
- Advanced Excel and financial modelling skills
- Proactive, hands-on, and solutions-oriented
- Strong interpersonal skills and confident communicating across all levels
- Experience working closely with senior leadership, ideally in a retail or fmcg setting
Desirable Requirements
- FMCG experience
- Entrepreneurial spirit
- Attention to detail
- Business Partnering Experience
- Knowledge of Microsoft Dynamics would be beneficial
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