1,004 Business Finance jobs in the United Kingdom

Teachwise is currently looking for a skilled and experienced business & finance manager for a local secondary academy based in Manchester.  The role will begin on 01/09/2025 and will continue on a full-time basis as a 1 year fixed term contract to cover a maternity leave.

The position will involve leading on all aspects of financial management and strategic planning.  You will also be responsible for administrative oversight and you will need to have excellent communication skills.

The role will involve working closely with the principal, SLT and a variety of other 3rd parties, both internal and external.

Key skills:

• Experience working as a business manager/finance manager
li>Excellent communication skills
• Ability to engage and build rapport quickly
• Experience of working within schools 
li>Ability to identify and resolve a multitude of issues
• Strong team player
• A driven individual who can lead from the front
• An analytic approach
• Experience managing budgets, compliance and reporting
• Available for work from September on a full-time basis
li>Hold right to work in the UK
• Hold an enhanced DBS certificate on the update service

In return, you will benefit from a competitive salary based upon experience, ongoing CPD and a pension.  The academy has a modern build with state of the art facilities throughout, free parking and a passionate and experienced team dedicated to improvement.

If this sounds like you and you are looking for your next role as a business & finance manager from September at a secondary academy in Manchester, get in touch today.

Keeler Recruitment is delighted to be exclusively partnered with Watsons, a long-established and respected firm of Chartered Surveyors, to recruit a commercially focused and strategically driven Head of Business Finance.

This is a key leadership role offering broad responsibility across financial planning, reporting, and strategic business support. As part of the senior leadership team, you will provide insight and guidance to drive performance and operational efficiency.

You will lead a small business finance team, ensuring robust financial controls, timely reporting, and the delivery of meaningful management information. The role requires a strong focus on process improvement, automation, and the development of clear, integrated financial reporting to support decision-making at all levels of the organisation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the preparation of monthly management accounts, including variance analysis and financial commentary for senior stakeholders.
• Deliver accurate and timely year-end accounts and oversee the audit process in collaboration with external accountants.
• Drive budgeting and forecasting processes across the business, supporting department heads with financial planning and performance reviews.
• Regularly review and enhance financial policies, procedures, and internal controls to ensure compliance and best practice.
• Identify and implement opportunities for process improvement and automation to increase efficiency and reduce manual tasks.
• Present financial performance and strategy updates through the monthly Financial Steering Group.
• Monitor cash flow, oversee transaction processes, and support cost control and procurement strategies.
• Provide financial analysis and insight to support strategic planning, investment decisions, and risk management.
• Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including clients, suppliers, and auditors.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a small finance team, promoting a culture of continuous improvement and accountability.

About You:

• Professionally qualified (ACCA, CIMA, ACA, or equivalent)
• Proven experience in a senior finance role
• Confident working cross-functionally and presenting to leadership
• Strong knowledge of financial systems and reporting tools
• Hands-on approach with a focus on continuous improvement

What Watsons Offers:

• Performance-related bonus
• 5 weeks' annual leave + your birthday off + 4 well-being days
• Hybrid working, free on-site parking, and modern office environment
• Perkbox rewards, employee wellness programmes, and professional development opportunities

This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established and growing business in a highly visible, value-adding role.

Keeler Recruitment is delighted to be exclusively partnered with Watsons, a long-established and respected firm of Chartered Surveyors, to recruit a commercially focused and strategically driven Head of Business Finance.

This is a key leadership role offering broad responsibility across financial planning, reporting, and strategic business support. As part of the senior leadership team, you will provide insight and guidance to drive performance and operational efficiency.

You will lead a small business finance team, ensuring robust financial controls, timely reporting, and the delivery of meaningful management information. The role requires a strong focus on process improvement, automation, and the development of clear, integrated financial reporting to support decision-making at all levels of the organisation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the preparation of monthly management accounts, including variance analysis and financial commentary for senior stakeholders.
• Deliver accurate and timely year-end accounts and oversee the audit process in collaboration with external accountants.
• Drive budgeting and forecasting processes across the business, supporting department heads with financial planning and performance reviews.
• Regularly review and enhance financial policies, procedures, and internal controls to ensure compliance and best practice.
• Identify and implement opportunities for process improvement and automation to increase efficiency and reduce manual tasks.
• Present financial performance and strategy updates through the monthly Financial Steering Group.
• Monitor cash flow, oversee transaction processes, and support cost control and procurement strategies.
• Provide financial analysis and insight to support strategic planning, investment decisions, and risk management.
• Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including clients, suppliers, and auditors.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a small finance team, promoting a culture of continuous improvement and accountability.

About You:

• Professionally qualified (ACCA, CIMA, ACA, or equivalent)
• Proven experience in a senior finance role
• Confident working cross-functionally and presenting to leadership
• Strong knowledge of financial systems and reporting tools
• Hands-on approach with a focus on continuous improvement

What Watsons Offers:

• Performance-related bonus
• 5 weeks' annual leave + your birthday off + 4 well-being days
• Hybrid working, free on-site parking, and modern office environment
• Perkbox rewards, employee wellness programmes, and professional development opportunities

This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established and growing business in a highly visible, value-adding role.

• Business Area: Meals
• Location: Spalding, Lincs
• Contract: Permanent
• Salary: £65,000 - £5,000 per annum (dependant on experience)
• Working Hours: Monday to Friday 8:30am to 5:00pm

We are working with a forward-thinking organisation based in York that is undergoing a major company-wide transformation. This is an exciting opportunity for a Business Analyst with finance system exposure to play a critical role in shaping the future of the business as part of their ongoing digital and operational change initiatives.

• Collaborate with finance and IT stakeholders .

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Senior Finance Business Partner - Advanced Care Sector

About the Company
A global organisation in the healthcare sector, operating across numerous international markets. The business is committed to developing products and solutions that support people with complex, long-term medical needs. With thousands of employees worldwide, it continues to grow and evolve, focusing on innovation, quality, and .

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Finance Business Partner - Exeter (Full-Time, Permanent)
Salary: £40,000-£50,000 + benefits, Hybrid: 3 days onsite, 2 days remote/week

We're looking for a qualified Finance Business Partner to join our Exeter-based team. This is a key role supporting decision-making through insightful financial reporting and analysis.

Key Responsibilities:

• Produce monthly management accounts (accruals, prepayments, j.