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Finance Manager £50,000-£55,000 6-Month FTC Harrogate Temp-To-Perm Opportunity Become the right-hand person to the owner of a growing, diversified business. Are you an experienced Finance Manager who enjoys being more than just the person producing the numbers? This opportunity offers the chance to become a trusted advisor to the owner of a diversified group of businesses, playing a key role in financial decision-making, supporting the wider team, and helping shape the future direction of the business. We're partnering with an owner-led business based in Harrogate that is looking to appoint an experienced Finance Manager who can bring leadership, structure, and commercial support to the finance function. This isn't a role where you'll be hidden away in the back office. The successful candidate will work closely with the owner and senior leadership team, becoming a key sounding board and trusted partner across a broad range of business matters. The Role Working closely with the owner and wider leadership team, you'll take ownership of the day-to-day finance function while helping drive improvements and support future growth. Key responsibilities will include: Acting as a trusted finance partner to the owner and senior leadership team Production and review of management accounts and financial reporting Budgeting, forecasting, and cashflow management Supporting and developing the existing finance team Improving processes, controls, and financial reporting Providing commercial insight to support business decisions Identifying priorities and taking ownership without requiring significant direction Helping bring structure, accountability, and continuous improvement to the finance function Why Join? Opportunity to become the owner's trusted finance partner High level of visibility and influence within the business Broad role spanning finance, operations, and commercial decision support Genuine autonomy and responsibility Opportunity to shape and improve the finance function Potential to move into a permanent position Diverse and varied business environment Supportive and collaborative culture Location: Harrogate Salary: £55,000 (FTC) Contract: 6 Months Initially Future Opportunity: Potential to become permanent which would include a salary uplift Start: ASAP If you're looking for a Finance Manager role where you can add value, support a team, and play a meaningful part in the future of a growing business, hit apply.

If you've never worked in a manufacturing environment, this probably isn't the role for you. This Ossett based business is looking for a Management Accountant to become a key part of its finance team. This isn't a reporting role where you'll disappear into spreadsheets all day. You'll be heavily involved with the operational side of the business, partnering with managers, supporting decision-making and taking ownership of a broad range of accounting responsibilities. It's a role that offers genuine variety, visibility across the business and the opportunity to make a real impact. What you'll be doing: You'll take ownership of the monthly management accounts process from start to finish, ensuring accurate and timely reporting while providing meaningful insight into business performance. Your responsibilities will include: Producing monthly consolidated management accounts Stock reconciliations and stock movement accounting Reviewing journals and balance sheet reconciliations Variance analysis and commentary against budget and prior year VAT returns and compliance reporting Cashflow forecasting and longer-term financial planning Supporting audits and year-end processes Payroll preparation for approximately 110 employees Business partnering with operational and budget managers Producing ad hoc financial analysis and management reports Supporting and developing a junior member of the finance team Acting as a key user of the company's ERP system What they're looking for: You'll need previous experience working within a manufacturing environment and a strong understanding of stock accounting and inventory controls. That's not a nice-to-have; it's essential. Beyond that, they're looking for someone who: Has experience producing management accounts from start to finish Understands balance sheet control and month-end processes Enjoys analysing numbers and explaining the story behind them Can build strong relationships with non-finance stakeholders Is comfortable working in a hands-on, fast-paced environment Is studying towards, fully qualified, or qualified by experience What's in it for you? An annual salary of up to £45k DOE (+ study support if required) 23 days annual leave + your birthday off + bank holidays (with the option to buy more) Medicash plan Click "apply now" to find out more.