Finance Manager

The OpportunityWe''re working with a £67m turnover business to appoint a Finance Manager to support the Head of Finance and lead the day-to-day finance function. This role is well-suited to a hands-on, detail-oriented qualified accountant who enjoys a transactional and operational finance environment, combined with team leadership and business partnering.Key ResponsibilitiesFinance Leadership and Team ManagementLead and develop a small finance team, overseeing Accounts Payable and Receivable processesManage month-end close activities and ensure accuracy across the nominal ledgerOversee payroll submissions, employee benefits, and statutory requirements (including P11Ds)Take ownership of the debtor book and ensure credit/payment terms are correctly maintainedFinancial Reporting and ControlProduce monthly management accounts, cashflow forecasts, and analysis packsEnsure strong internal controls and reconciliation of all control accountsSubmit VAT returns, statutory surveys, and maintain compliance with reporting requirementsSupport banking covenant reporting and external auditsBusiness Partnering and Operational SupportPartner with production and maintenance teams to review performance and identify improvementsContribute to operational and strategic decision-making through timely financial insightProcess ImprovementIdentify and implement efficiencies across systems, processes, and reporting (including Sage usage)Drive continuous improvement initiatives within the finance ..... full job details .....