Finance Manager

Greys Specialist Recruitment are working on behalf of a fast-growing, award-winning events and media business to recruit a Finance Manager to join their expanding finance team.

This is a newly created role within a highly successful organisation delivering a diverse portfolio of consumer and B2B events, alongside digital and publishing brands. You’ll gain exposure to senior leadership and play a key role in driving financial performance and supporting ongoing business growth.

The Role

Reporting to the Group Financial Controller and Finance Director, you will take ownership of the core finance function, managing a small team while remaining hands-on in day-to-day financial operations.

Key responsibilities include

Leading, mentoring, and developing a small finance team, fostering a high-performance culture

Taking full ownership of Group Management Accounts, ensuring accurate and timely reporting across divisions

Preparing financial reports for the B2B division and reviewing outputs for the consumer side

Partnering with sales, marketing, and operational teams to provide meaningful financial insights to non-finance stakeholders

Reviewing and approving weekly and monthly payment runs

Managing VAT returns and HMRC compliance, liaising with external advisors where required

Preparing statutory accounts for multiple entities

Supporting the year-end audit process and liaising with external auditors

Delivering detailed financial analysis, identifying trends, risks, and opportunities

Driving cost control initiatives and improving overall financial performance

Reviewing and improving systems, processes, and controls to enhance efficiency

About You

ACA / ACCA qualified

Experience managing or supervising a team, either in practice (audit or similar) or within industry

Comfortable in a hands-on role within a small, collaborative team

Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities

Excellent communication skills, with the ability to work cross-functionally

Advanced Excel skills (essential)

Experience with SAGE 200 (desirable)

A proactive mindset with the ability to drive improvements and influence change

What’s on Offer

Competitive salary - £60,000 - £70,000

Clear progression into senior finance leadership

A collaborative, supportive and fast-paced working environment

Strong focus on personal development and career growth

A culture where your contribution is recognised and valued

A business that genuinely invests in its people and fosters a close-knit team environment

This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified finance professional looking to step into a broad, impactful role within a growing and dynamic organisation.

To Apply

Contact David Mason