Finance Manager

Hours:-Monday - Friday, 9am - 5:30pm, full-time, 40 hours per week (flexibility required)

Overview:
An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Finance Manager to join a well-established organisation. This is a key role responsible for overseeing financial operations, supporting strategic decision-making, and managing a small finance team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee all accounting operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger management
• Manage payroll processes for both employed and self-employed staff, ensuring all associated documentation is completed
• Prepare and manage budgets, monitoring financial performance
• Complete VAT returns and reconciliations accurately and on time
• Manage bank reconciliations across multiple accounts/entities
• Forecast and monitor cash flow on both a short- and long-term basis
• Produce regular management accounts and support year-end processes
• Work closely with internal teams to support financial and project reporting
• Liaise with external accountants and stakeholders
• Lead and support finance and administrative staff with financial responsibilities

About You:

• Experienced user of accounting software (e.g. Sage 200 or similar)
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to liaise at all levels
• Proven experience working with both financial and non-financial stakeholders
• Highly organised, with strong multitasking abilities and attention to detail
• Proactive, self-motivated, and able to manage a busy workload effectively
• Strong IT, numeracy, and written/verbal communication skills
• Ability to prioritise tasks and manage multiple projects

Key Competencies:

• Strong client and stakeholder focus
• Excellent planning and organisational skills
• Problem-solving mindset, with the ability to take ownership
• High level of discretion when handling confidential information
• Professional approach with the ability to act as a role model
• Effective team player with strong relationship-building skills
• Commercial awareness and ability to identify cost-effective solutions

• Flexible approach to working hours in line with business needs

If you are an experienced finance professional looking for a varied and rewarding role, we would love to hear from you.