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Ascent Recruitment is pleased to partner exclusively with a market-leading business in Cheshire to appoint a commercially minded and ambitious Finance Manager.This broad role reports to an outstanding Finance Director and offers clear progression (to Financial Controller and future equity), a brilliant culture, and hands-on involvement and commercial input across a group of companies.This is a fantastic opportunity for either an ambitious Management Accountant to step into their first Finance Manager role, or a Finance Manager looking for a new challenge.Key Responsibilities:Own month-end and year-end reporting, including group consolidation and balance sheet reconciliationsProduce MI packs, KPI analysis, budgets, and cash flow forecastsMaintain and enhance the control/reporting frameworkPartner with leadership teams to drive business planning and performanceEvaluate acquisitions and investments, including financial modelling and due diligenceLead or support various strategic finance projectsManage a small teamAbout You:ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualifiedHighly organised, proactive, and drivenStrong communicator with a commercial mindsetP&L and Balance sheet experienceSalary and Benefits:60,000-70,000 DOEHybrid working25 days holiday, plus bankExcellent progression opportunities to Financial Controller and equityIf you're ready to step into a dynamic, growth-focused finance role, apply now.