Reed Finance are delighted to be supporting one of our established clients, an SME which has had further growth over the last 12 months. They are now looking to recruit for a newly created role, a Finance and Operations Manager who will take full ownership of the company''s financial function. This is a key appointment for a growing organisation seeking strong financial leadership, improved reporting, and clearer strategic insight as they continue their growth journey.The successful candidate will be highly experienced in a senior finance role, ideally with oversight of HR and administrative processes to ensure smooth and compliant operations.The RoleAs Finance and Operations Manager, you will be responsible for delivering accurate financial control, robust reporting, and commercially focused advice to the company''s Directors. You will shape the budgeting and forecasting processes, strengthen financial systems, and provide clear, actionable insight to support strategic decision making.Key ResponsibilitiesFinance (Primary Focus)Lead the full finance function, ensuring accuracy, compliance and strong internal controls.Produce monthly management accounts, including PandL, balance sheet, cashflow and variance reporting.Drive budgeting and forecasting, presenting clear financial models to Directors.Provide meaningful financial analysis and commentary to support growth planning.Manage cashflow and monitor financial performance against budgets and forecasts.Oversee transactional fi