Finelight Group
Norwich, Norfolk
Group Finance Manager Location: Norfolk NR3 Salary: £50,000 per annum (pro-rata if applicable) Hours: 37.5 hours per week, but open to part-time and flexible working Contact: Permanent Benefits: • Competitive salary and benefits package • Opportunity to work closely with senior leadership in a fast-growing, dynamic company • A collaborative and innovative work environment • Career development opportunities in a company focused on growth and M&A The Company: Finelight Group Limited is a dynamic and rapidly growing company focused on strategic mergers and acquisitions (M&A) in a diverse portfolio of businesses. We are committed to driving long-term value creation within our portfolio through operational excellence and strong financial oversight. As we expand, we are looking for a proactive and experienced Finance Manager to support our portfolio companies and play a critical role in overseeing the integration of acquisitions post-transaction. About The Role As our Finance Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing the financial operations of our portfolio companies, including consolidated monthly reporting, forecasting, budgeting, and managing the year-end audit process. A key aspect of this role will also involve supporting the integration of new acquisitions, ensuring that financial systems, reporting, and operations are effectively aligned with the wider group. You will be a key partner to portfolio business finance teams, helping them to streamline operations, implement financial best practices, and maintain financial integrity. Roles and Responsibilities: Financial Reporting & Consolidation • Deliver timely and accurate consolidated financial reports with variance analysis and insights. • Ensure portfolio reporting meets group standards and deadlines. Year-End Audit • Lead the group and portfolio companies year-end audit process. • Liaise with external auditors, ensuring compliance with accounting and regulatory standards. Post-Acquisition Integration • Manage financial integration of new acquisitions into group systems and processes. • Align budgeting, forecasting, and reporting during the integration phase. Portfolio Support • Provide financial oversight and guidance to portfolio finance teams. • Support budgeting, forecasting, and implementation of best practices in financial reporting. Forecasting & Budgeting • Develop and maintain group financial forecasting models. • Lead annual budgeting and monitor portfolio performance against targets. Banking & Treasury • Oversee cash management, liquidity, and treasury operations across the group. • Maintain banking relationships and ensure policy compliance. Compliance & Administration • Ensure accurate records, internal controls, and regulatory compliance. • Support senior leadership with ad hoc reporting and analysis. Requirements: Education: • Professional qualification ACA, ACCA or similar Experience: • Strong understanding of financial consolidation, budgeting, forecasting, and audit processes. • Minimum of 5 years experience in a finance role, with a focus on financial reporting, consolidation, or portfolio management. • Experience working with post-acquisition integration and managing the financial aspects of integrating newly acquired businesses. Technical Skills: • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial modelling. • Experience with Xero accounting software • Familiarity with banking platforms, treasury management, and cash flow forecasting. Personal Attributes: • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyse complex financial data. • Detail-oriented and meticulous in financial reporting and compliance. • Proactive, with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment. • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to work cross-functionally and engage with senior leadership and external stakeholders. • A team player with the ability to collaborate effectively with portfolio companies and internal teams. Click APPLY now and send us your up-to-date CV to be considered for this exciting opportunity. Join us and play a key role in driving financial excellence across a dynamic and growing portfolio. No Agencies Please
Group Finance Manager Location: Norfolk NR3 Salary: £50,000 per annum (pro-rata if applicable) Hours: 37.5 hours per week, but open to part-time and flexible working Contact: Permanent Benefits: • Competitive salary and benefits package • Opportunity to work closely with senior leadership in a fast-growing, dynamic company • A collaborative and innovative work environment • Career development opportunities in a company focused on growth and M&A The Company: Finelight Group Limited is a dynamic and rapidly growing company focused on strategic mergers and acquisitions (M&A) in a diverse portfolio of businesses. We are committed to driving long-term value creation within our portfolio through operational excellence and strong financial oversight. As we expand, we are looking for a proactive and experienced Finance Manager to support our portfolio companies and play a critical role in overseeing the integration of acquisitions post-transaction. About The Role As our Finance Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing the financial operations of our portfolio companies, including consolidated monthly reporting, forecasting, budgeting, and managing the year-end audit process. A key aspect of this role will also involve supporting the integration of new acquisitions, ensuring that financial systems, reporting, and operations are effectively aligned with the wider group. You will be a key partner to portfolio business finance teams, helping them to streamline operations, implement financial best practices, and maintain financial integrity. Roles and Responsibilities: Financial Reporting & Consolidation • Deliver timely and accurate consolidated financial reports with variance analysis and insights. • Ensure portfolio reporting meets group standards and deadlines. Year-End Audit • Lead the group and portfolio companies year-end audit process. • Liaise with external auditors, ensuring compliance with accounting and regulatory standards. Post-Acquisition Integration • Manage financial integration of new acquisitions into group systems and processes. • Align budgeting, forecasting, and reporting during the integration phase. Portfolio Support • Provide financial oversight and guidance to portfolio finance teams. • Support budgeting, forecasting, and implementation of best practices in financial reporting. Forecasting & Budgeting • Develop and maintain group financial forecasting models. • Lead annual budgeting and monitor portfolio performance against targets. Banking & Treasury • Oversee cash management, liquidity, and treasury operations across the group. • Maintain banking relationships and ensure policy compliance. Compliance & Administration • Ensure accurate records, internal controls, and regulatory compliance. • Support senior leadership with ad hoc reporting and analysis. Requirements: Education: • Professional qualification ACA, ACCA or similar Experience: • Strong understanding of financial consolidation, budgeting, forecasting, and audit processes. • Minimum of 5 years experience in a finance role, with a focus on financial reporting, consolidation, or portfolio management. • Experience working with post-acquisition integration and managing the financial aspects of integrating newly acquired businesses. Technical Skills: • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial modelling. • Experience with Xero accounting software • Familiarity with banking platforms, treasury management, and cash flow forecasting. Personal Attributes: • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyse complex financial data. • Detail-oriented and meticulous in financial reporting and compliance. • Proactive, with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment. • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to work cross-functionally and engage with senior leadership and external stakeholders. • A team player with the ability to collaborate effectively with portfolio companies and internal teams. Click APPLY now and send us your up-to-date CV to be considered for this exciting opportunity. Join us and play a key role in driving financial excellence across a dynamic and growing portfolio. No Agencies Please
Finelight Group
Norwich, Norfolk
Corporate Finance Assistant Location: Norfolk NR3 Salary: £28,000 per annum (FTE, pro rata for part-time) Hours: 37.5 hours per week, but open to part-time Why Join Us: • Competitive salary and benefits package • Opportunity to work closely with senior leadership in a fast-growing, dynamic company • A collaborative and innovative work environment • Career development opportunities in a company focused on growth and M&A The Company: Finelight Group Limited is a dynamic and rapidly growing company focused on strategic mergers and acquisitions (M&A) in a diverse portfolio of businesses. We are committed to driving long-term value creation within our portfolio through operational excellence and strong financial oversight. As we continue to grow, we are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Corporate Assistant to provide essential operational, research, and transaction support to our Senior Leadership Team. This role will be instrumental in coordinating M&A processes, managing key administrative functions, and ensuring the smooth integration and ongoing support of our acquisitions and portfolio companies. About The Role This role offers exposure to the full breadth of the M&A process while also providing operational and administrative support to the Senior Leadership Team (SLT). You will work closely with the Group COO to support transaction execution, portfolio management, diary and logistics coordination, and corporate events, ensuring smooth day-to-day operations while directly contributing to the Group s growth strategy Roles and Responsibilities: M&A Administration & Support • Support full M&A lifecycle from target identification through due diligence to integration. • Coordinate multi-workstream due diligence and manage electronic data rooms. • Oversee legal documentation, version control, and stakeholder communications. • Prepare information flows, reports, investor materials, and presentations. • Conduct and maintain targeted industry, market, and company research. • Update CRM systems with deal flow and contact information. Diary Management & Logistics: • Manage SLT diaries, travel, meetings, and expenses across multiple time zones. • Prepare agendas, take minutes, track actions, and maintain organised confidential filing systems. Group Events Support: • Coordinate Board meetings, offsites, and corporate events, including venues, materials, budgets, and post-event follow-up. Portfolio Management Support: • Support portfolio management by tracking company performance, validating data, preparing reports, and contributing to analysis and improvement initiatives General Team Support: • Provide administrative and operational support to the SLT teams. • Liaise with internal departments, external advisers, and stakeholders professionally. • Maintain confidentiality and uphold corporate governance standards. • Identify opportunities to improve information sharing and administrative processes Essential Criteria: • Open to New Graduates with a Bachelor's degree in Business or a related field, eager to gain experience in a fast-paced corporate environment. • Alternatively, 1-3 years of professional experience in corporate services, professional services, or project coordination is highly valued. • Proven ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines. • Advanced Microsoft Office skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook). • Strong research and analytical capabilities. • Exceptional attention to detail and high accuracy levels. • Excellent written and verbal communication skills. • Self-starter with a proactive, problem-solving approach. • Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team. • Professional discretion in handling sensitive information. • Interest in business, finance, and the M&A sector is beneficial If this role excites you and you re ready to make an impact, we d love to hear from you, click APPLY today to join our team! No Agencies Please
Corporate Finance Assistant Location: Norfolk NR3 Salary: £28,000 per annum (FTE, pro rata for part-time) Hours: 37.5 hours per week, but open to part-time Why Join Us: • Competitive salary and benefits package • Opportunity to work closely with senior leadership in a fast-growing, dynamic company • A collaborative and innovative work environment • Career development opportunities in a company focused on growth and M&A The Company: Finelight Group Limited is a dynamic and rapidly growing company focused on strategic mergers and acquisitions (M&A) in a diverse portfolio of businesses. We are committed to driving long-term value creation within our portfolio through operational excellence and strong financial oversight. As we continue to grow, we are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Corporate Assistant to provide essential operational, research, and transaction support to our Senior Leadership Team. This role will be instrumental in coordinating M&A processes, managing key administrative functions, and ensuring the smooth integration and ongoing support of our acquisitions and portfolio companies. About The Role This role offers exposure to the full breadth of the M&A process while also providing operational and administrative support to the Senior Leadership Team (SLT). You will work closely with the Group COO to support transaction execution, portfolio management, diary and logistics coordination, and corporate events, ensuring smooth day-to-day operations while directly contributing to the Group s growth strategy Roles and Responsibilities: M&A Administration & Support • Support full M&A lifecycle from target identification through due diligence to integration. • Coordinate multi-workstream due diligence and manage electronic data rooms. • Oversee legal documentation, version control, and stakeholder communications. • Prepare information flows, reports, investor materials, and presentations. • Conduct and maintain targeted industry, market, and company research. • Update CRM systems with deal flow and contact information. Diary Management & Logistics: • Manage SLT diaries, travel, meetings, and expenses across multiple time zones. • Prepare agendas, take minutes, track actions, and maintain organised confidential filing systems. Group Events Support: • Coordinate Board meetings, offsites, and corporate events, including venues, materials, budgets, and post-event follow-up. Portfolio Management Support: • Support portfolio management by tracking company performance, validating data, preparing reports, and contributing to analysis and improvement initiatives General Team Support: • Provide administrative and operational support to the SLT teams. • Liaise with internal departments, external advisers, and stakeholders professionally. • Maintain confidentiality and uphold corporate governance standards. • Identify opportunities to improve information sharing and administrative processes Essential Criteria: • Open to New Graduates with a Bachelor's degree in Business or a related field, eager to gain experience in a fast-paced corporate environment. • Alternatively, 1-3 years of professional experience in corporate services, professional services, or project coordination is highly valued. • Proven ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines. • Advanced Microsoft Office skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook). • Strong research and analytical capabilities. • Exceptional attention to detail and high accuracy levels. • Excellent written and verbal communication skills. • Self-starter with a proactive, problem-solving approach. • Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team. • Professional discretion in handling sensitive information. • Interest in business, finance, and the M&A sector is beneficial If this role excites you and you re ready to make an impact, we d love to hear from you, click APPLY today to join our team! No Agencies Please