Astute and technically strong Group Finance Manager with a proven track record of driving financial transformation and strategic decision-making within private equity-backed SMEs. Currently leading the finance function at a high-growth healthcare organisation, this candidate has played a pivotal role in scaling turnover from £7.5m to £24m through data-driven insights, financial rigour, and cross-functional collaboration.
Exposure includes:
- Preparation of accurate monthly management accounts
- Design and improvement of financial reports and board packs
- Variance, scenario, and sensitivity analysis
- Presented financial insights to senior leadership and the board
- Supported strategic growth from £7.5m to £24m turnover
- Delivered forecasting models with <7% variance from actuals
- Developed robust financial forecasting and 13-week cash flow models
- Improved cash visibility with forecasts within 10% of actuals
- Led ERP migration from Sage 50 to Sage 200
- Reduced month-end close timeline from WD25 to WD6
- Managed, coached, and developed a high-performing finance team
- Provided direct financial support to CFO and board in a PE-backed environment
- Ensured compliance with statutory reporting standards
Software knowledge: Sage 50, Sage 200. Advanced Excel SQL, Power BI
Qualifications: CIMA – ACMA, CGMA
Notice period: Available immediately
Candidate ref: 85623
To discuss this candidate or request a full CV, please contact:
Julie Mott – 01252 718777
Julie.Mott@howett-thorpe.co.uk