Senior Finance ManagerLocation: Reading - 3 days per week in officeContract: 18 month fixed term contract with possible extensionPay Rate: £53.53 PAYE / £72.66 LTD per hourStart Date: ASAP (subject to security clearance)About the Role: The Senior Finance Manager will lead and deliver assigned financial activities, ensuring they are executed to agreed timelines, costs, and quality standards. This role requires strong leadership of the finance function, providing guidance, oversight, and performance management while maintaining rigorous financial controls and compliance.Key Accountabilities:Manage and deliver all assigned financial activities efficiently.Develop and implement functional strategy, driving achievement of objectives.Line and task management of team members in line with company policies.Provide leadership, guidance, and performance oversight to finance teams.Ensure compliance with internal controls, governance frameworks, and finance processes.Identify, enable, and implement process improvements and innovation initiatives.Support or develop CFO policies and procedures as required.Uphold high standards in environment, safety, health, security, and quality.Mid-level leadership responsibility for team culture and performance.Key Responsibilities:Deliver accurate and timely financial information to stakeholders.Ensure team performs thorough financial analysis and interpretation.Monitor, enforce, and report compliance with financial processes.Maintain integrity and ..... full job details .....