Finance Manager

Ready for the next big step in your career? At Net World Sports, we’re on a mission to become the world’s leading sports-equipment retailer - and we’re looking for a driven, commercially minded Finance Manager to come in and make a real difference. This isn’t just about numbers: this is about your energy, your ideas, your leadership being harnessed and rewarded as you help drive our business forward.

If you’re hungry to step up, partner with senior decision-makers, shape strategy and own meaningful financial outcomes, we want to hear from you.

What You’ll Do

• Deliver accurate month-end close and management accounts, with clear commentary and KPI packs that inform senior decision-making
• Support the Head of Finance in monitoring full company P&L performance; highlight variances, risks, and opportunities, driving corrective actions with budget holders
• Lead budgeting and rolling forecasts, challenging assumptions and ensuring alignment with strategic priorities
• Manage cash flow forecasting and working capital (credit control, AP, inventory), delivering improved liquidity
• Coordinate year-end, audit and statutory reporting, ensuring robust financial controls and compliance across VAT, and assisting with international filings where relevant
• Act as ERP super-user (Microsoft Dynamics NAV/Business Central preferred) and advanced Excel lead, embedding automation and data accuracy

What You’ll Bring

• Solid experience in a UK Finance Manager or strong Management Accountant role, covering month-end, management accounts and cash management
• Qualified (ACCA/CIMA/ACA etc.)
• Experience influencing P&L outcomes, with strong commercial acumen and the ability to partner non-finance teams
• Confident with ERP (ideally Microsoft Dynamics NAV/Business Central) plus advanced Excel
• Experience handling VAT compliance and exposure to international entities or cross-border considerations
• Clear, concise communicator who can present financial information at SLT level; resilient, pragmatic and proactive
• Track record of coaching and developing small teams, driving improvements, and acting as a capable deputy to senior leadership

What You'll Get

• Health & Wellbeing – Workouts, Run Club, Nature Trail, Wellness Allowances, Gym Memberships, On-Site Gym (Coming Soon!), Golf Memberships & Mental Health Support
• 29 Days Annual Leave (Including Bank Holidays) - Increases with Length of Service
• Flexible Working Hours
• Social Events – Busy Schedule of Parties, Sports Tournaments, Charity Events & Lots More!
• Table Tennis, Pool Tables & Sports Equipment in the Office
• Additional Benefits Available - Help to Buy Scheme, Cycle to Work Scheme, Discounted Travel Schemes & Lots More!
• Product Discount on Net World Sports & Affiliate Partner Products
• Subsidised On-Site Bistro - Serving Freshly Prepared Food Every Day for Breakfast & Lunch
• Employee Recognition - Bonus & Commission Schemes and Performance, Length of Service & Life Event Rewards
• Employee Support - Saving Schemes, Legal & Financial Advice, Parental Guidance

OUR VALUES

• Go above and beyond: Get stuck in and show your passion!
• Ideas over hierarchy: If you have an idea, speak up! It doesn’t matter what role you’re in, we want everyone to shout about ways the business can develop and improve.
• Be bold, move fast: We value speed; we make fast decisions, trust our guts and get things done as efficiently as possible.
• Keep it simple: Don’t over-complicate it!
• Results driven: We embrace results that drive positive change, even if it means occasional failure. Mistakes are valuable as long as we learn from them and avoid repeating them.
• Growth: We’re a fast-growing business and we want our staff to grow with us.

CONTACT

Gareth Davies (Recruitment Specialist) / ***email_hidden*** / 07979 815630 / linkedin.com/in/garethdanieldavies