Finance Manager

We are seeking an experienced Finance Manager to take ownership of the day-to-day finance function for a prestigious and unique business operation based on a private estate.

This is a varied role offering responsibility across management accounting, payroll, credit control, financial reporting and commercial support, while working closely with operational managers and the wider finance team.

This position would suit a proactive and commercially minded finance professional who enjoys being involved in both the detail and the bigger picture, providing valuable financial insight to support business performance and future growth.

We are looking at Monday to Friday 9am - 3pm until September 2027.

After this, due to the seasonal nature of the operation, workloads and hours can fluctuate throughout the year. The busiest period runs from March through to early September, with reduced hours typically available between early September to February. As such, the role would suit someone who values flexibility and is comfortable adapting their working pattern to meet the changing needs of the business. This provides an excellent opportunity to enjoy greater work-life balance during the quieter months while remaining an integral part of the team all year-round.

The Role

As Finance Manager, you will be responsible for the smooth running of the finance function, ensuring accurate financial reporting, effective financial controls and timely management information.

Working closely with operational management and the Estate Finance Manager, you will provide financial support, analysis and guidance, helping to drive strong commercial performance across the business.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Management & Reporting

• Maintain accurate accounting records and day-to-day bookkeeping activities
• Prepare monthly management accounts, profit and loss reports and supporting analysis
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting and cash flow management
• Prepare VAT returns and statutory financial submissions
• Monitor financial performance and explain key variances and trends

Sales Ledger, Purchase Ledger & Credit Control

• Process supplier and customer invoices
• Manage debtor balances and credit control activities
• Chase overdue accounts and maintain accurate collection records
• Support effective cash flow through timely invoicing and debt management

Payroll

• Manage the monthly payroll process
• Maintain payroll records and pension administration
• Process statutory deductions and HMRC submissions
• Ensure payroll remains accurate, confidential and compliant

Commercial & Operational Support

• Provide meaningful financial insight to operational managers
• Identify opportunities to improve profitability and efficiency
• Support cost control initiatives and budget monitoring
• Contribute to business improvement projects and financial decision-making

Systems & Controls

• Maintain financial systems and operational charging systems
• Review existing processes and identify improvements
• Support system developments and implementation projects
• Ensure robust financial controls and compliance procedures are maintained

Skills & Experience

• Previous experience in a broad finance or accounting role
• Strong knowledge of bookkeeping, reconciliations and management accounts
• Experience of payroll, VAT returns and credit control
• Strong Excel and financial analysis skills
• Experience using accounting software and financial systems
• Excellent organisation and attention to detail
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities

Qualifications

• AAT Level 4 qualified, part-qualified ACCA/CIMA, or equivalent experience
• Ideally 3-5 years' experience in a finance role with management reporting responsibilities
• Experience working across multiple entities and intercompany accounting is highly desirable

Please note that we will only contact those candidates that we assess as suitable for the positions we have currently available based on their experience, training, and skills. If we do not have anything suitable, we will not keep your CV for more than 30 days.

As an equal opportunity employer, Bucks and Berks Recruitment is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and does not condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, or marriage and civil partnership. We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply.