Divisional Finance Manager

ABOUT HYVE GROUP

We’re Hyve. If you haven’t heard of us, here’s a quick summary of what we do, who we are and what makes us tick.

Our events create game-changing impact. That might mean securing investment that takes a struggling business stratospheric. It could be landing a deal that puts products on the shelves of a giant retailer. Or it might be a once in a lifetime opportunity to hear from the brightest minds in major industries, from ecommerce to energy, fashion to fintech.

At the same time, we’re using our events as platforms for progress, to drive the conversation across the world’s biggest industries on crucial topics like sustainability, diversity and ethical business.

These moments can change lives. And making those connections motivates us every single day.

ABOUT THE ROLE

We are seeking a highly analytical and commercially astute Divisional Finance Manager to support the financial operations and strategic direction of our division, encompassing a growing portfolio of events. This pivotal role will lead financial consolidation, manage divisional overheads, and serve as a key strategic partner to the Divisional Finance Director.

This is a high-impact, individual contributor role with broad exposure across the business. You will play a central part in divisional planning, forecasting, and performance analysis, while helping to shape investment decisions.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Divisional Financial Consolidation

Take ownership of financial consolidation and reporting across a growing portfolio of 11 events, ensuring the accurate and timely delivery of divisional financial results.

Overhead Management

Lead the budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis of divisional overheads. Collaborate with key functional stakeholders to ensure effective cost control and alignment with business objectives.

FP&A Leadership

Drive all financial planning and analysis activities for the division, including budgeting cycles, reforecasts, and long-term strategic planning.

Strategic Finance Partnership

Work closely with the Divisional Finance Director on high-impact initiatives such as business model reviews, cost optimisation projects, and M&A activities.

Cross-Functional Business Partnering

Collaborate across commercial, operations, and corporate finance teams to support key strategic decisions and ensure financial targets are aligned across the business.

Management Reporting & Insights

Deliver high-quality management reports and presentations to executive leadership and investors. Provide clear financial insights, KPI dashboards, and performance commentary to drive decision-making.

Ad-Hoc Financial Analysis

Support the Finance Director and leadership team with scenario planning, investment evaluations, and the preparation of insightful financial materials. Contribute to improving financial forecasting accuracy and the performance tracking of individual events, ensuring alignment with divisional goals.

ABOUT YOU

• Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent).
• 5–7 years’ experience in finance, ideally within multi-entity or divisional organisations.
• Strong expertise in FP&A, financial reporting, and strategic finance.
• Commercially minded with excellent analytical and financial modelling skills.
• Skilled at building strong, trusted relationships across a wide range of stakeholders.
• Known for your integrity, positive attitude, collaborative approach, and entrepreneurial mindset.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, high-growth, and potentially private equity-backed environment.