Finance Manager

Description:

Finance Manager

Up to £55k

Permanent

Full time office based - Wednesbury

Are you an experienced Finance Manager looking for a stable, long-term opportunity where you can make a genuine contribution?

Working closely with the CFO, this role offers the opportunity to take ownership of a well-functioning finance department, lead a small team, and provide the financial control and insight that underpins business performance. We're looking for a confident and hands-on finance professional who enjoys responsibility, values accuracy and process, and wants to be part of a supportive and established business where you can add value from day one.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Reporting & Control

Prepare monthly management accounts, balance sheet reconciliations, and supporting schedules.
Lead the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes.
Ensure compliance with UK GAAP and internal financial policies.
Maintain and enhance robust financial controls and governance procedures.
Deliver accurate and timely financial reporting to senior stakeholders.Budgeting & Forecasting

Support the CFO in preparing annual budgets and rolling forecasts.
Provide meaningful variance analysis and commentary on financial performance.
Assist with financial planning and decision-support activities across the business.Cash Flow & Working Capital Management

Monitor and manage daily cash flow requirements.
Prepare short and long-term cash flow forecasts.
Drive improvements in working capital through effective management of debtors, creditors, and inventory.Audit, Tax & Compliance

Coordinate the annual audit process and act as the key contact for external auditors.
Assist with the preparation of statutory accounts.
Ensure compliance with VAT, corporation tax, and other regulatory requirements.
Liaise with external advisors where appropriate.Team Leadership & Development

Lead, mentor, and develop the wider transactional finance team.
Foster a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and high performance.
Support succession planning and ongoing development within the finance function.Systems & Process Improvement

Identify opportunities to improve financial processes and reporting efficiency.
Support the ongoing development and enhancement of Microsoft Dynamics and related systems.
Drive automation and continuous improvement initiatives across the finance function.

About You

Qualified by Experience or qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA).
Proven experience within a Finance Manager, Financial Controller, or similar leadership role.
Strong technical accounting and financial reporting knowledge.
Hands-on approach with excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
Ideally but not essential experience within a manufacturing, distribution, or stock-based environment.
Previous experience within an SME business.

What's in it for You?

Salary up to £55k
Full time office based
Opportunity to work closely with an experienced CFO.
Key role in influencing business performance and growth.
Leadership responsibility within a collaborative and supportive environment.
Significant exposure to process improvement and strategic projects.

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