Finance Manager

Finance Manager.Thor Hammer.Shirley, Solihull.Competitive Salary.We are looking to recruit a qualified Finance Manager to lead the finance function in a manufacturing SME. The role will report to the Managing Director and have full responsibility for providing accurate and timely financial reporting, robust financial controls and commercial insight to support business growth and operational efficiency.Our client, Thor Hammer Company Limited, are a profitable privately owned manufacturer of hammers and mallets, selling products globally through a network of distributors. There are plans for growth and they are keen to strengthen their management team.The role includes:Preparing monthly accounts, including profit and loss, balance sheet and cash flow statements.Preparing annual budgets and quarterly forecasts.Producing monthly KPI reports, including sales analysis.Monitoring financial performance, producing variance analysis and providing recommendations to improve profitability.Managing year-end processes, preparing annual accounts and liaising with external accountants.Managing cash flow forecasting and working capital.Overseeing credit control, accounts payable and accounts receivable.Analysing production costs, margins and overhead absorption.Preparing and paying monthly and weekly payrolls.This is a very hands-on role supported by a part-time accounts assistant. You will initially be working alongside the current Finance Manager, but will then take on the full role. What ..... full job details .....