Finance Manager

Finance Manager Inspire are recruiting Finance Manager to oversee transactional finance, ensure robust compliance, and deliver accurate management reporting within a high-precision manufacturing business. This hands-on role offers the opportunity to drive process improvements and support strategic growth. Key Responsibilities Oversee accuracy and completeness of all financial transactions, ensuring compliance with regulations. Lead and support transactional finance staff, resolving queries and improving processes. Monitor company spend and identify cost-saving opportunities. Produce weekly KPIs, management reports and spend analysis. Manage month-end, quarter-end and year-end close processes. Maintain balance sheet reconciliations and resolve discrepancies. Prepare management accounts to strict deadlines. Support audits and statutory reporting, including VAT and Corporation Tax returns. Administer bank accounts and company credit cards. Maintain fixed asset and tooling registers. Assist with payroll and cross-departmental financial input. About You CIMA / ACCA / ACA qualified (or equivalent). Proven experience in SME finance management, including period-end reporting. Strong technical accounting skills with a good understanding of UK GAAP. Advanced Excel and proficiency in accounting systems. Detail-focused, process-driven and able to meet tight deadlines. Strong communication skills with the ability to work collaboratively. Benefits ..... full job details .....