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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