Finance Manager

Company: Hawk 3 Talent Solutions
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Location: Newton Abbot
Job Description:

Finance ManagerNewton Abbot, Devon TQ12– Hybrid offered after probationPermanent | 37.5 hours per week (flexible, minimum 24 hours considered)Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience and qualifications Closing Date: 30th April 2026About the OpportunityHawk 3 Talent Solutions are acting as an employment agency on behalf of our client, a well-established accountancy practice based in Newton Abbot, who are looking to appoint a Practice Finance Manager.This is an exciting opportunity to take ownership of the internal finance function within a supportive and collaborative firm. With an average employee tenure of 8 years, the business prides itself on its positive culture, stability, and team focused environment.This is a hands on role with strategic involvement, ideal for someone who enjoys both operational finance and contributing to wider business decisions.The RoleAs Practice Finance Manager, you will play a key role in ensuring the smooth and efficient running of the firm’s financial operations while supporting leadership with valuable insights.Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead budgeting and financial forecasting processes
  • Oversee monthly accounts consolidation and year-end procedures
  • Analyse financial performance and provide insights to senior stakeholders
  • Identify and drive process improvements to enhance efficiency
  • Manage payroll, VAT compliance, and statutory reporting
  • Support annual audits and maintain robust financial controls
  • Act as the main point of contact for all finance-related matters

About YouYou will be an experienced finance professional who is organised, proactive, and confident working both independently and as part of a team. There is an element of coaching but this role doesn’t have direct line management responsibilities.Essential:

  • CIMA qualified (or equivalent) and/or a minimum of 5 years’ finance experience
  • Experience using accounting software such as Sage, QuickBooks, or Xero

Desirable:

  • Familiarity with accounts production software (e.g. CCH)
  • Strong Microsoft Office skills

Skills & Attributes:

  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
  • A proactive, hands-on approach with attention to detail
  • Ability to build strong working relationships internally and externally

What’s on Offer

  • 25 days holiday + bank holidays
  • Additional day off at Christmas
  • Flexible working options (including part-time hours, minimum 24 hours per week)
  • Flexitime
  • Medicash plan
  • Online discount portal
  • 24/7 employee assistance helpline
  • One professional membership paid annually
  • Fully funded training and development opportunities
  • Training bonuses for students
  • Parking permit
  • Employee referral bonus (up to £1,500)
  • Dress-down Fridays
  • Dedicated wellbeing team

If you’re looking for a role where you can make a real impact, be involved in business strategy, and work within a supportive long-standing team, we’d love to hear from you.Closing date 30th April 2026Hawk 3 Talent Solutions are operating as an employment agency on behalf of its client.To Apply please follow the application process for the site this job is advertised on or mail your CV to (url removed). By applying for the above position and providing your personal data to us you understand that your data will be processed in line with our Privacy Policy. To view our full Privacy Policy please visit our website.

Posted: April 2nd, 2026