Finance Manager

Finance Manager

Sutton area | Hybrid working

Up to £60,000 depending on experience

A growing business within the renewable and sustainable energy sector is looking to appoint a commercially minded Finance Manager to take ownership of the day-to-day finance function and work closely with senior leadership.

This is a hands-on role suited to someone who enjoys being close to the detail whilst also helping shape wider business decisions through strong financial analysis and commercial insight.

The business is looking for someone analytical, proactive and commercially aware, someone who enjoys understanding the “why” behind the numbers and can support a growing organisation through accurate reporting, planning and financial control.

Responsibilities will include

Preparing monthly management accounts, cashflow reporting and reconciliations

Managing the day-to-day finance function

Budgeting, forecasting and business planning

Commercial analysis across suppliers, costs and business performance

Cost modelling and profitability analysis

Competitor and trend analysis to support commercial decision-making

Managing business cashflow and supporting future growth planning

VAT returns, payroll coordination and statutory reporting

Implementing and improving financial controls and reporting processes

The ideal candidate will have

Previous experience within an SME or growing business environment ideally a franchise

Strong analytical and commercial finance capability

Confidence working closely with senior leadership

A proactive and hands-on approach

Experience within renewable energy, sustainability, utilities or a related sector would be advantageous

You must be fully qualified or part qualified CIMA/ACCA and have strong commercial awareness, analytical capability and ability to support a growing business.

This is a permanent opportunity offering hybrid working, initially 4 days office based and 1 day working from home, with further flexibility potentially available over time as you become embedded within the business.

If you enjoy combining hands-on finance with commercial analysis and want to be part of a growing business where your input will genuinely make a difference, we would love to hear from you.