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Job Title: Contract Finance Manager
Location: Mobile (with travel to Birmingham office and contract sites as required)
Department: Finance
Reports to: Finance Business Partner – Healthcare North

We are looking for a commercially minded Contract Finance Manager to take financial responsibility for a key healthcare contract in the North region, with an annual turnover of c.£17m.

In this influential role, you will partner closely with the Contract Director , supporting operational and commercial decision-making, driving cost effectiveness, and adding value to business activities. You will also play a central role in financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and risk management, while building strong relationships with financial and non-financial stakeholders.

This is a mobile role with flexibility, but there will be a requirement to travel to the Birmingham office and contract sites as business needs arise.

• Partner with senior stakeholders to provide financial insight, analysis, and decision support.

• Lead on contract financial management including accurate month-end reporting, balance sheet reviews, and account closures.

• Deliver timely financial analysis, budgets, forecasts, and cash flow reporting.

• Support and challenge operational teams to achieve business performance targets.

• Manage working capital, billing accuracy, and debt collection to meet targets.

• Contribute to client tenders, negotiations, and capital expenditure appraisals.

• Actively attend site and client meetings, providing commercial expertise to drive growth.

• Support and develop junior team members, ensuring they build strong business partnering skills.

Essential:

• Experience in financial management within a multi-site, multi-contract, complex organisation .

• Strong background in management accounting, reporting, and commercial decision support.

• Excellent analytical skills with a high level of attention to detail.

• Proven track record of business partnering with non-financial stakeholders.

Desirable:

• Qualified Accountant (CIMA/ACCA/ACA).

• Experience within NHS or PFI environments .

• Exposure to training and mentoring junior finance staff.

• Advanced Excel skills (Macros/VBA).

• Familiarity with SAP and Cognos for reporting and analysis.

We’re seeking someone who is:

• A strong communicator with excellent influencing skills.

• Proactive, energetic, and able to deliver under pressure.

• Highly organised with the ability to manage competing priorities.

• A collaborative team player who builds positive relationships across functions.

• Commercially astute, with the drive to improve performance and add value.

This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real impact in healthcare finance. You will have ownership of a significant contract, exposure to senior stakeholders, and the chance to shape both operational and commercial success while further developing your leadership skills.

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If you’re ready to take the next step in your finance career and want to join a dynamic organisation making a difference in healthcare, we’d love to hear from you.

Job Title: Finance Manager
Location: Mobile (with travel to Birmingham office and sites when required)
Reports to: Finance Business Partner – Healthcare North

We are seeking an experienced and driven Finance Manager to play a pivotal role in managing and influencing the financial performance of two key healthcare contracts in the North region, with a combined turnover of c.£40m.

As a trusted business partner to the Contract Director , you will provide insightful financial leadership, ensure effective risk management, and add commercial value to operational decision-making. You will also lead and develop a team member based on site, supporting their growth while overseeing day-to-day financial activities.

This is a mobile role with flexibility, but you will be expected to travel to the Birmingham office and contract sites when required.

Commercial & Financial Support

• Partner with senior stakeholders to drive sound financial decision-making and manage risks/opportunities.

• Provide proactive financial analysis to support business growth and operational improvements.

• Ensure accurate month-end closures, journals, and reporting.

• Manage working capital targets and balance sheet performance.

• Support client tenders, negotiations, and capital expenditure appraisals.

Performance & Reporting

• Deliver high-quality reporting: month-end results, business reviews, budgets, and cash analysis.

• Drive improvements in operational financial understanding by training and supporting non-finance colleagues.

• Conduct monthly balance sheet reviews, escalating risks and opportunities.

• Promote working capital improvements, ensuring accurate billing and debt management.

• Lead budgeting and forecasting processes, preparing analysis and presentations for senior stakeholders.

People & Relationship Management

• Build strong relationships with both financial and non-financial stakeholders.

• Supervise, mentor, and develop a junior finance team member, supporting their career progression.

• Collaborate effectively across the business to promote teamwork and service excellence.

Essential:

• Qualified Accountant (CIMA/ACCA/ACA) with varied experience across accounting roles.

• Strong financial management experience, ideally within NHS or PFI environments .

• Proven expertise in management accounting, reporting, and commercial decision support.

• Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail.

• Demonstrated ability to business partner with non-finance professionals.

Desirable:

• Experience mentoring or training junior team members.

• Adaptability to changing environments.

• Advanced Excel (including Macros/VBA), SAP, and Cognos knowledge.

• A proactive and energetic finance leader who thrives under pressure.

• Strong communicator with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.

• Highly organised with the ability to manage competing priorities.

• A collaborative team player with the drive to deliver commercial value and continuous improvement.

This is an exciting opportunity to take ownership of significant healthcare contracts, influence strategic decisions, and develop leadership skills in a supportive and dynamic environment.

How to Apply
If you are a qualified accountant with strong commercial acumen and a passion for driving performance in healthcare finance, we’d love to hear from you.

Finance Manager

Industry:  Charity

Location:  Newport, Isle of Wight ( may consider hybrid role, working from home up to two days per week)

Hours:  9am - 5pm

Days:  3 days per week ( at least one day in the office)

Duration:  Permanent

Duties:

Monitor and analyse financial data to provide accurate and timely reports to Trustees, senior management, internal and external stakeholders.
Produce and present regular budget forecast reports, quarterly reforecasts, and cash flow forecasts including monthly review of reserves and bank balances is undertaken with results circulated.
Compile the annual budget, working alongside budget holders.
Lead year-end activity and closing the annual accounts in line with the charities' deadlines and standards, liaise with external auditors.
Ensure the charity adheres to all governance relating to financial controls
Develop and implement financial policies and procedures to ensure compliance with internal and external regulations in addition to finding ways to reduce costs and increase profit.
Provide advice to support submission of tenders or contract/grant applications and final approval of budgets prior to tender submission.
Lead, manage, mentor, and develop the Finance Team, overseeing activities around payroll, accounts, debt, and tax functions.
Provide training to staff impacted by self-service or governing finance-related procedures.

Experience:

Must have previous accounting experience at managerial level including supervision of staff and managing financial operations.
Experience within the charity or knowledge of charity legislation is an advantage.
Must have relevant degree level qualifications or ACA/ ACCA/ CIMA/ CIPFA.
Must have a high level of computer literacy including Xero and Microsoft Office 360.
Must have strong analytical and numeracy skills, accuracy and attention to detail.
Must have a high level of organisational skills, be self-motivated and effectively manage workload to deadlines.
Must have excellent communication, presentation and relationship management skills.

Salary:  £40 - 48,000 per annum, dependent upon experience, pro rata.

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FINANCE MANAGER

CENTRAL LONDON - (4 DAYS OFFICE | 1 DAY HOME)

55,000 to 65,000 + BENEFITS (Negotiable to 70,000 DOE)

CANDIDATES MUST BE ON A NOTICE PERIOD OF 1 MONTH OR LESS

THE COMPANY:
We're recruiting on behalf of a global, design-led business that has established itself as a leader in its field. With ambitious growth plans across the EMEA region, the company is investing in its finance team and now requires a hands-on Finance Manager to take ownership of the day-to-day finance function and support senior leadership with commercial decision-making.

THE OPPORTUNITY:
As Finance Manager, you'll be reporting Finance Director in the UK and Managing Director in the US, you'll be responsible for month-end reporting, cashflow forecasting, financial controls, compliance, and payroll, while also supporting business growth projects and process improvements.

This role is ideal for a part-qualified or qualified accountant with strong technical finance skills, a track record of building robust financial processes, and the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.

THE FINANCE MANAGER ROLE:

• As the Finance Manager, you'll supervise and develop the finance team, including appraisals and performance reviews
• Deliver accurate month-end close, flash reporting, and financial commentary
• Manage prepayments, accruals, fixed assets, and cost control
• Oversee cashflow forecasting, receivables, payables, and supplier due diligence
• Lead the weekly payment run, including foreign currency transactions
• Manage UK & European tax compliance (VAT, IOSS, duty)
• Oversee the annual audit and statutory reporting
• Lead the monthly payroll process and pension submissions
• Provide financial insight to sales and commercial teams
• Develop progressive financial controls and processes

THE PERSON:

• Part-qualified or qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA or equivalent) - IDEALLY QUALIFIED
• Must have experience as either Senior Management Accountant or Finance Manager, with a similar responsibility set to the available position.
• 5+ years' accounting experience, ideally within a fast-paced or international environment
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Strong systems knowledge (Sage, ERP, or similar) and advanced Excel skills
• Proactive, detail-focused, and ambitious, with a continuous improvement mindset

TO APPLY:
Please send your CV via the advert for the Finance Manager for immediate consideration.

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Job Title: Finance Manager
Location: Leicester
Salary: Up to 45,000 per annum
Hours: Full time, Monday to Friday

Overview
We are seeking an experienced and motivated Finance Manager to join our team in Leicester. This is a key role within the business, responsible for overseeing day-to-day finance operations and ensuring the accurate management of financial information across multiple cost centres. The successful Finance Manager will play an important part in supporting the wider business by delivering accurate reporting and analysis.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the finance function, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting

• Prepare management accounts and oversee the month end process

• Manage and allocate overheads across multiple cost centres

• Oversee VAT returns, invoicing, sales and purchase ledger, and bank reconciliations

• Provide financial analysis and insight to support business decision-making

• Ensure compliance with financial policies and procedures

• Supervise and support junior finance staff where required

• Liaise with external stakeholders including auditors and HMRC

Skills and Experience Required

• AAT Level 3 or above, or qualified by experience

• Proven experience in a finance role with management responsibilities

• Strong understanding of management accounts and cost centre reporting

• Excellent attention to detail with strong analytical and problem-solving skills

• Confident user of Microsoft Office (particularly Excel) and finance systems

• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities

• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively across departments

What We Offer

• Competitive salary up to 45,000 per year

• Monday to Friday working pattern

• Opportunity to play a key role in shaping and supporting the finance function

• Supportive and collaborative working environment

Merrifield Consultants are delighted to be partnering with a leading national charity to recruit a Finance Manager.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a purpose-driven organisation. The Finance Manager will lead on all aspects of financial accounting and reporting, providing essential oversight, analysis, and guidance across the charity's operations.

This is a part-time (28 hours/week), permanent role based in London with hybrid working (1 day as week in the office). The salary is pro-rata 32,000 - 36,000 (FTE 40,000 - 45,000), inclusive of London weighting.

• Lead the financial accounting function, ensuring accuracy, compliance and efficiency.

• Produce monthly management accounts, statutory accounts, tax returns, and VAT reporting.

• Liaise with auditors, HMRC, and other external partners as required.

• Line manage the Finance Officer and support their professional development.

• Work closely with budget holders across the organisation, providing financial insight and guidance.

• Oversee payroll reconciliations and collaborate with HR on pensions administration.

• Ensure compliance with relevant charity and company regulations (SORP, Companies Act).

• Proactively identify improvements to financial systems, controls and reporting.

• Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent).

• Strong experience in statutory accounts preparation and leading on charity audits.

• In-depth knowledge of Charities SORP, VAT, and the Companies Act.

• High attention to detail with excellent analytical, reconciliation, and Excel skills.

• Experience of managing or supervising finance staff.

• Clear and confident communicator with the ability to explain financial information to non-finance colleagues.

• Experience working in a charity.

This is a rewarding opportunity to contribute to an organisation that truly values its team and offers a flexible, supportive working environment.

Early applications are encouraged as interviews may be held before the closing date.

We practice a diverse and inclusive recruitment process that ensures equal opportunity for all we work with, irrespective of race, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, age or gender. As an organisation, we encourage applications from all backgrounds and will ensure measures are met when required, to allow a fair process throughout.