Group Finance Manager
Perspective Financial Group Ltd / Group Finance
Job Description
We are seeking a full-time Group Finance Manager to join our friendly team in Chorley. This is primarily an office-based role, with some flexibility for remote working. You will support the senior finance team by leading two key BAU finance functions:
- Transactional Finance (Accounts Payable and Receivable)
- Management Accounts
Office: Perspective Financial Group Limited
Location: Chorley
Hours: Monday – Friday 9am to 5pm with a one-hour break (35 hours)
Salary: Competitive, dependant on experience and qualifications (available upon request)
Please note: any offer of employment is subject to satisfactory criminal record background checks.
Job Requirements
- Proven leadership of transactional finance and management accounts teams.
- Strong background in month-end/year-end close, budgeting, and payroll.
- Experience in process improvement, systems optimisation, and internal controls.
- Track record of recruiting, coaching, and developing finance professionals.
- Fully qualified accountant (CIMA, ACCA, or ACA) with relevant post qualification experience.
Skills
- Strong technical accounting and financial reporting skills.
- Proficient in Excel and accounting systems.
- Effective team leadership and performance management.
- Skilled in process design and risk management.
- Clear communicator with senior stakeholders.
Personal Qualities
- Detail-oriented and proactive.
- High integrity and ethical standards.
- Resilient under pressure with excellent organisational skills.
- Collaborative with a continuous improvement mindset.
Job Responsibilities
Leadership & Resourcing
- Lead, coach, and develop the transactional and management accounts teams.
- Plan and manage team resourcing in line with business growth.
- Oversee recruitment, onboarding, and team development.
Financial Operations & Deadlines
- Ensure accurate and timely processing of AP, AR, and general ledger transactions.
- Oversee month-end and year-end close processes.
- Maintain discipline around financial timetables and compliance deadlines.
Reporting & Insight
- Implement and maintain robust financial reporting frameworks.
- Deliver variance analysis, reconciliations, and insightful commentary.
- Continuously enhance reporting outputs to meet evolving business needs.
Processes, Systems & Controls
- Design and enforce efficient financial processes and policies.
- Drive automation and system improvements to boost efficiency and reduce risk.
- Maintain strong internal controls and ensure compliance with accounting standards and regulations.
Job Benefits
25 days holiday (rising with length of service) plus Bank Holidays, Holiday Purchase Scheme and Birthday leave. E-Discounts, Electric Car Scheme, Life Assurance, Pension and Corporate Eyecare.
