Average Finance salary in the UK

Finance Manager, Nottingham, Free Parking, £45,000 to £55,00012 month contract with a clear route to permanent employment I am partnering with a successful and growing manufacturing business in Nottingham to recruit a Finance Manager on an initial 12 month contract, with a genuine and well defined progression plan to Finance Director. This profitable business is entering a key transition phase within its finance function and is looking for the right individual to take full ownership of the Finance Manager remit. The role offers the opportunity to learn the business inside out, build credibility with the leadership team and position yourself as the natural successor to the Finance Director role. You will lead a small, well established finance team and take responsibility for the company’s financial reporting, controls and performance insight. The role is hands on and broad, covering monthly management accounts, cash flow, budgeting and forecasting, year end accounts and audit liaison, alongside oversight of the ledgers, payroll, stock and costings. You will work closely with the senior leadership team, providing clear reporting and meaningful KPIs to support commercial decision making. This role will suit an ambitious finance professional who is looking for more than a steady Finance Manager position. You may already be operating at Finance Manager level and seeking a credible step towards Finance Director, or be a strong Senior Finance professional ready to step up with the right level of support and exposure. You will need proven experience leading a finance function, strong technical accounting knowledge across monthly and annual reporting cycles and a recognised qualification such as ACCA, CIMA or AAT, or a strong QBE background. Advanced Excel and reporting skills are essential, along with the ability to build effective relationships across the wider business. Flexible working is very much part of the long term plan. Initially, the focus will be on being on site to fully immerse yourself in the operation and build trust, after which a hybrid working arrangement can be agreed. If you are looking for progression, visibility and a clearly defined route to the top finance role, opportunities like this are rare. If this sounds of interest, get in touch for a confidential discussion.

Head of Finance Our client in the manufacturing sector is seeking a Head of Finance to join their team. This leadership role owns budgets, forecasts, and monthly reporting, providing forward-looking financial insight. You'll partner closely with operations to analyse performance, improve efficiency, strengthen processes, and drive profitability across the business. What You'll Bring Strong operational finance experience within manufacturing Senior-level business partnering, ideally with a Finance Director Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills Full P&L ownership and a hands-on approach Proven leadership capability Fully qualified accountant (CIMA/ACCA/ACA) This is an excellent opportunity for a senior finance professional to join a busy team and make a difference. If you're looking for your next challenge, apply now.

Finance ManagerSalary: £85,000 + bonus + benefits Location: Hybrid | LondonThis is a rare opportunity to step into a genuinely influential Finance Manager role within a fast-growing, well-funded business at a pivotal stage of its journey.You will sit at the heart of the organisation, owning core financial control while also acting as a trusted commercial partner to senior leadership. This is not a back-office role. Your work will directly shape decision-making, performance, and growth.The OpportunityAs Finance Manager, you will take full ownership of day-to-day finance operations while elevating the quality of insight, reporting, and financial rigour across the business. You will have real autonomy, visibility, and the chance to build best-in-class finance processes rather than inherit rigid legacy systems.This role suits someone who enjoys combining technical excellence with commercial impact and who wants their work to matter.Key ResponsibilitiesFull ownership of month-end close, management accounts, and financial reportingBudgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management with clear, actionable insightsBusiness partnering with senior stakeholders to support strategic and operational decisionsOversight of statutory accounts, audits, and external advisorsContinuous improvement of financial controls, processes, and systemsSupporting growth initiatives including pricing, investment analysis, and scenario modellingMentoring junior finance team members where appropriateWhat We’re Looking ForACA, ACCA, or CIMA qualifiedStrong experience in a Finance Manager or Senior Management Accountant roleExcellent technical grounding combined with commercial curiosityConfident communicator who can influence non-finance stakeholdersComfortable in a fast-moving, evolving environmentProactive, ownership-driven mindsetWhy This Role Stands Out£85,000 salary reflecting the seniority and impact of the roleHigh visibility with leadership and genuine influence over business directionA chance to build, shape, and improve rather than maintainHybrid working with flexibility and trustClear scope to progress as the business growsIf you are looking for a Finance Manager role where you can step up, be heard, and make a real difference, this is one worth exploring.Interested candidates are encouraged to apply in confidence.