Finance Manager Local Business Stamford up to £40k Are you a driven, detail-oriented finance professional ready to take ownership of a dynamic finance function? Our client, a well-established local company based in Stamford, is seeking an experienced Finance Manager to lead and develop their finance team, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and insightful financial reporting. Location: Stamford Hours: 38 hours per week Type: Full-time, Permanent or Part time hours would be considered Office based About the Role As Finance Manager, you ll play a critical role in supporting the leadership team with timely financial insights and robust accounting practices. You ll manage everything from daily transactions to strategic financial planning, and be a key driver of continuous improvement across the finance function. Key Responsibilities Oversee all finance processes ensuring compliance with accounting standards Manage purchase/sales invoices, expenses, credit card entries, and daily banking Prepare and present month-end reports including accruals, payroll, VAT returns, and cashflow forecasts Provide insightful variance analysis and board-level reporting packs Collaborate with external accountants for year-end processes Lead on insurance, healthcare, and pension renewals Train and manage the finance team Attend board and leadership meetings Drive ongoing improvements in systems and processes What We''re Looking For A reliable and adaptable finance professional with ..... full job details .....