Barden are delighted to have been asked to act exclusively on behalf of a start-up PLC to support the appointment of a Senior Finance Manager.Reporting directly to the CFO, this role will manage a broad range of finance activities for the group including financial reporting, compliance, and transformation.This role will suit a qualified accountant with 5-8 years PQE. having experience in a Group PLC finance function, ideally in an SME or start-up type environment.ABOUT THE ROLEManage group financial reporting, including monthly, quarterly, and annual accounts, ensuring compliance with relevant accounting standards and regulatory requirements.Drive finance transformation initiatives, including systems, processes, and controls, to support scalability, efficiency, and audit readiness.Manage cash flow forecasting, treasury, and budgeting and forecasting processes.Maintain robust internal controls and policies, and act as primary liaison with external auditors and advisors.ABOUT THE PERSONQualified accountant, with 5-8 years PQE.Strong technical accounting and reporting capability.Hands-on, detail-oriented approach suited to a lean, growing organisation, with the ability to communicate effectively at executive level.Demonstrated experience leading finance transformation, including implementation or optimisation of financial systems, process redesign, and strengthening of controls in a growing organisation.