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Finance Manager

Job Posted: 8 days ago

Salary: £ 50,000 - 60,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Leighton Buzzard, ENG, GB

Expire in: 19 days

Job Description

Job Title: Finance Manager

Contract Type: Permanent

Location: Leighton Buzzard

Salary: £50,000 - £60,000pa

The Company

An established and growing independent 3PL are seeking a qualified Finance Manager to take ownership of the day-to-day finance function and support the next phase of business growth.

This is a pivotal role within the organisation, offering genuine progression to Head of Finance for the right individual. The business operates within a fast-paced logistics and fulfilment environment, supporting a diverse customer base and continuing to invest in people, systems, and infrastructure.

The Role

Reporting into senior leadership, the Finance Manager will be responsible for managing financial control, reporting, and analysis across the business. You will work closely with operational and commercial stakeholders, providing insight and guidance to support informed decision-making.

This role is ideally suited to a commercially minded, hands-on finance professional who wants to grow with the business and step into a senior leadership position over time.

Key Responsibilities

·       Full ownership of month-end and management accounts preparation

·       Budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis

·       Cashflow management and working capital control

·       Oversee transactional finance activities, including AP, AR, and payroll support

·       Produce financial reports and insights to support operational and commercial decisions

·       Ensure compliance with statutory, audit, and regulatory requirements

·       Support system and process improvements within the finance function

·       Partner with operational leaders to drive financial performance and cost control

·       Support strategic planning and business growth initiatives

About You

·       Fully qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA or equivalent)

·       Proven experience in a Finance Manager or Senior Management Accountant role

·       Background within logistics, 3PL, fulfilment, FMCG, or a fast-paced operational environment is desirable

·       Strong technical accounting knowledge with a commercial mindset

·       Confident communicator, able to influence both finance and non-finance stakeholders

·       Hands-on, proactive, and comfortable operating in a growing business environment

·       Ambitious and motivated by clear progression to a senior finance leadership role

What’s On Offer

·       A key finance leadership role within an independent, growing business

·       Clear and structured progression route to Head of Finance

·       High level of autonomy and influence

·       Exposure to senior leadership and strategic decision-making

·       Competitive salary and benefits package

·       Long-term career development within a stable and expanding organisation

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