JOB DESCRIPTION
JOB TITLE – Group Finance Manager
INTRODUCTION

Retain Healthcare, a leading provider of Healthcare Recruitment, Homecare, Supported Living, and training services, is seeking a talented and motivated Group Finance Manager to lead our Finance and Payroll team. As we continue to grow, we are looking for a dynamic, driven, and articulate finance professional to take ownership of our financial operations.
 
In this role, you will work closely with the CEO and as part of our senior management team to provide critical financial insights and ensure accurate and timely payroll delivery. You will manage a finance team, balancing strategic planning with day-to-day financial operations to support the organisation's ongoing growth.
 
MAIN DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
 
As a key member of the senior management team, you will contribute to business strategy and development. Key responsibilities include:

• Lead and manage the Payroll team to ensure the timely and accurate processing of both weekly and monthly payroll.
• Provide leadership and mentorship to the team, setting clear expectations and fostering a collaborative work environment.
• Identify and drive improvements in financial processes, systems, and reporting to increase efficiency and accuracy.
• Oversee invoicing, cash flow management, and monitor aged debtors.
• Develop and monitor budgets, ensuring financial targets are met.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure financial integration across departments.
• Prepare accurate and timely monthly management accounts and financial reports.
• Create and maintain financial models to support strategic planning and decision-making.
• Monitor and analyze business performance, identifying opportunities for growth and improvement.
• Ensure compliance with HMRC deadlines, including timely submission of payments and intermediary reports.
• Deliver accurate financial forecasts and projections for the business.

 
CONTACTS & COMMUNICATIONS
 

• Build strong relationships across the organisation, ensuring finance is aligned with operational and strategic goals.
• Ensure transparent and effective communication with all stakeholders, including senior management and external partners.

COMPETENCIES
 
The ideal candidate will possess:

• A minimum of 3 years of experience in financial management, with proven team leadership skills.
• Proficiency in Sage and Xero.
• Strong communication, leadership, and problem-solving abilities.
• An accountancy qualification (CIMA / ACCA) or equivalent.
• A proactive approach to identifying and implementing financial process improvements.

 
BENEFITS
 
At Retain Healthcare, we offer a supportive and flexible working environment, committed to your professional growth. We provide:

• A competitive salary of £50,000 (depending on experience) with additional earning potential.
• Quarterly performance-related bonuses.
• Pension scheme.
• Free parking.
• Full time role.
• Access to career development pathways tailored to your individual goals.
• A dynamic environment that encourages creativity and forward-thinking.

 
CULTURE
At Retain Healthcare, we pride ourselves on fostering a fun, inclusive, and collaborative workplace. We value positive change and encourage ideas that drive innovation and improvement.
(This job description is not exhaustive and may include other tasks as required).