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Location: Cheltenham (Hybrid)
Salary: Competitive + excellent benefits
Type: Permanent
Sector: Growing Service/Commercial Environment
A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a talented Finance Manager to join a well-established and growing business based in Cheltenham. This role is ideal for an ambitious finance professional looking to step into a position with genuine ownership, visibility, and progression.
About the Role
As Finance Manager, you will take responsibility for the day-to-day financial operations and month-end accounts reporting to a Group Financial Controller.
Key responsibilities include:
- Leading the month-end process and producing accurate management accounts
- Managing budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning cycles
- Providing insightful commentary on performance and variances
- Supporting the development of processes, controls, and reporting frameworks
- Business partnering with operational and commercial teams
- Overseeing cashflow, balance sheet integrity, and key financial KPIs
- Supervising and developing of one member of staff
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This is a broad, hands-on role offering a great mix of financial control and commercial exposure, would suit a Management Accountant taking a step up or an experienced Finance Manager.
About You
We're looking for someone who is:
- Fully qualified or Finalist (ACCA / CIMA / ACA)
- Experienced in management accounting, financial control, or finance leadership
- Strong on analysis, organisation, and improving processes
- Confident partnering with non-finance stakeholders
- Ambitious, proactive, and ready to take ownership of a finance function
What's on Offer?
- Competitive salary package
- Hybrid working based in Cheltenham
- Clear progression and professional development
- Opportunity to work closely with senior leadership
- A supportive and collaborative team culture
- The chance to make meaningful impact in a growing business


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Desired Skills and Experience
- Finance Manager
- Qualified or QBE
- Service sector
- International business
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