Group Finance Manager

The Role Covering a 12-month maternity leave, this is a senior finance role with genuine scope. You'll lead the full finance function: management accounts, cash flow, budgeting, board reporting, compliance, while working closely with senior leadership to support commercial decision-making. Day to day you'll be responsible for: Monthly management accounts, variance analysis and group reporting Month-end and year-end close, including balance sheet reconciliations Cash flow forecasting and financial planning Board and investor reporting, including KPI packs VAT, HMRC, UK GAAP compliance and audit support Overseeing AP, AR, payroll support and supplier payments Managing and developing the finance team

What We're Looking For Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) At least 5 years' experience in a finance role, ideally in healthcare or the private sector Strong technical accounting knowledge and UK regulatory understanding Hands-on with Sage and advanced Excel; Xero or Zoho experience a bonus Someone who's comfortable at board level and equally comfortable rolling their sleeves up ________________________________________ Why This Role? Direct exposure to a PE-backed scaling business rare in a contract Reporting to and working alongside the COO A broad remit with real autonomy from day one Private healthcare, pension, and professional development included Hybrid working 3 days in our Newcastle Business Park office

The Pharmacist Network is a pharmacist-led organisation providing high-quality pharmacist and pharmacy technician services to general practices nationwide. We are committed to delivering patient-centred care and fostering a culture of positivity, transparency and excellence. Our workforce of over 250 pharmacists and pharmacy technicians is supported by an experienced senior clinical team who facilitate training, development and workflow management across primary care and PCN settings.