Finance Manager (Optical)

Recruiter Leightons Opticians & The Hearing Care Partnership

Location : Head Office (4 days in the office, 1 day WFH)

Hours : Full Time

At Leightons, we've been caring for eyes and ears and people since 1928. As a proudly independent, family-run business, we know our success is built on our people, their talents and their shared belief in doing things the right way. With 35 branches and a thriving partnership network, we're growing fast - and we're looking for a Finance Manager to help keep our numbers, and our future, in focus.

About the Role

As our Finance Manager (Optical), you'll lead a close-knit team of seven, covering purchase ledger, payroll and assistant accountants. You'll be the calm, capable presence ensuring our financial controls are rock-solid, our processes are smooth, and our branch teams feel fully supported.

From preparing monthly branch P&Ls, overseeing payroll and managing month-end tasks, to hunting out smarter ways of working, you'll be key to keeping Leightons in great financial shape. It's a hands-on, people-focused role perfect for someone who loves numbers as much as they love making a difference.

What You'll Bring

• A minimum of 5 years' experience in a similar finance role
• Confident team leadership skills
• Excellent Excel skills
• Experience in payroll and managing a busy accounts function, ideally in a fast-moving consumer business
• Brilliant organisational skills and a cool head under pressure
• Eagle-eyed attention to detail and a drive to see a job well done
• Honest, reliable, and ready to roll up your sleeves

Why Join Leightons?

If you're ready to bring your expertise to a business that cares deeply about people - customers and colleagues alike - we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and see your future clearly with Leightons.

Department Finance Locations Farnham Remote status Hybrid Yearly salary £50,000 Employment type Full-time Brand Leightons Opticians & Hearing Care

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