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Finance Manager - Strategic SME Role (Heathrow) A senior, hands-on Finance Manager opportunity within a growing, owner-managed freight forwarding business specialising in time-critical aviation logistics, including AOG (Aircraft on Ground), courier, air freight, road freight and on-board courier movements. Based near Heathrow, this is a key leadership role within the business. You will take full ownership of the finance function, working closely with the directors to ensure strong financial control, regulatory compliance and strategic growth planning. This is not a corporate reporting role. It is a commercially focused, operationally connected position within a fast-moving logistics environment. If you have also worked in any of the following roles, we would also like to hear from you: Financial Controller, Logistics Finance Manager, SME Finance Lead, Commercial Finance Manager, Freight Forwarding Finance Manager, SME Senior Management Accountant, Company Accountant, Finance Business Partner, Head of Finance (SME) SALARY: £55,000 - £65,000 per annum (depending on experience) + Performance Bonus + Benefits LOCATION: Feltham, Hounslow, West London JOB TYPE: Full-Time, Permanent JOB OVERVIEW As Finance Manager, you will oversee all financial operations of the business, ensuring robust financial control within a 24/7 time-critical freight environment. The company operates using Sage Line 50 for accounting and BoxTop Technologies for freight operations, with integration between operational and financial systems. You will take ownership of system integrity, reporting accuracy and financial controls across both platforms. Given the nature of freight forwarding, the role includes oversight of: Duty Deferment Accounts Community Transit Guarantees HMRC compliance and customs-related accounting Multi-currency transactions and overseas supplier payments You will play a central role in managing working capital, improving reporting visibility and supporting the company's next phase of growth. This is a key appointment within the business and will directly influence strategic and commercial decision-making. APPLY TODAY Ready to make your next career move? Apply Now for our Recruitment Team to review. DUTIES Your duties as Finance Manager will include: Full ownership of monthly management accounts and reporting Cashflow forecasting and working capital management Oversight of Duty Deferment Accounts and Community Transit Guarantees Ensuring HMRC compliance including VAT (import/export), postponed VAT accounting and customs-related accounting Budgeting and annual forecasting Margin analysis by department (Air / Road / Courier / OBC / AOG) Shipment-level profitability analysis Credit control oversight and debtor days management Managing multi-currency accounts (GBP, EUR, USD) and foreign supplier payments Oversight of additional trading currencies where applicable Reviewing and maintaining integration between BoxTop operational system and Sage Line 50 Improving financial reporting outputs across Sage and BoxTop Strengthening internal controls and financial processes Payroll oversight and pension compliance Liaison with external accountants and tax advisers Supporting directors with commercial decision-making and long-term planning CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS Proven experience as a Finance Manager or Financial Controller within an SME Experience within freight forwarding, logistics, aviation or international trade (highly desirable) Strong working knowledge of Sage Line 50 (or equivalent SME accounting software) Strong understanding of Excel is essential Experience working with integrated freight forwarding systems (BoxTop highly advantageous) Experience managing Duty Deferment Accounts and HMRC exposure Strong understanding of UK VAT including import/export VAT Experience managing multi-currency environments Strong working capital and cashflow management experience Commercially minded with ability to analyse margins and profitability Professional qualification (ACCA / CIMA / ACA) preferred but not essential Hands-on approach with strong attention to detail BENEFITS 20 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays Performance-related annual bonus Pension scheme Private medical care following probation Long-term career progression within a growing SME Opportunity to shape and lead the finance function HOW TO APPLY To be considered for this job vacancy, please submit your CV to our Recruitment Team who will review your details. CV's of Job Applicants meeting this requirement will be submitted to our Client for consideration. By submitting your job application to us you are hereby giving us your express consent to submit your details to our Client for this purpose. JOB REF: AWDO-P14453 Full-Time, Permanent Accountancy Jobs, Careers and Vacancies. Find a new job and work in Feltham, Hounslow, West London. Multi-Job Board Advertising and CV Sourcing Recruitment Services provided by AWD online. AWD online specialise in sourcing candidates and advertising vacancies on multiple job boards for companies on a non-commission basis. AWD online operates as an employment agency. awd online

FINANCE MANAGER / FINANCIAL CONTROLLER ENFIELD (OFFICE BASED) UP TO £65,000 BASE + £5,000 CAR ALLOWANCE + BONUS + HEALTHCARE + BENEFITS THE OPPORTUNITY: We're exclusively partnering with a highly successful industrial focused business in Enfield that is modernising its finance function.The company is seeking an experienced Financial Controller / Finance Manager to lead the day-to-day running of the finance team, while also delivering hands-on management accounting, business partnering, and systems improvement.This is a fantastic opportunity for a qualified professional ideally coming from manufacturing / engineering / Wholesale / Logistics (or similar) experience that is keen to join a fast-growing business. Candidates with the right experience operating at Finance Manager, Senior Management Accountant, Financial Controller or Finance Business Partner level will be considered. THE FINANCIAL CONTROLLER / FINANCE MANAGER ROLE: Reporting to the Managing Director (with solid mentoring and support from them), you'll take responsibility for the day-to-day management of the finance department, leading and developing a team of 3. Bringing the Management Accounts function inhouse, implementing the month-end process and preparing the monthly management accounts. Deliver insightful MI analysis and provide Finance Business Partner support to key operational departments. Full ownership of cashflow management, budgeting, and forecasting processes. Oversee weekly and monthly payroll. Drive the migration to upgrade the accounting system, modernising and streamlining finance processes. Partner with operational and commercial leads to provide financial insight, challenge, and support decision-making. Responsible for Year End, External Audit and Statutory submissions, in collaboration with the external practice. Review and refine the company's bonus scheme and reward model. Processing VAT returns Support the Group Finance Director with ad hoc analysis, projects, and reporting THE PERSON Qualified (ACA / ACCA / CIMA), ideally with experience in an industrial industry such as Manufacturing, engineering, logistics, construction, retail, wholesale etc. Strong finalists, will be considered. Ideally experience in an SME £7m to £30m turnover size Must have experience leading a small team, within a similar role, such as Senior Management Accountant, Financial Controller, Head of Finance, Finance Business Partner or Finance Manager Must have experience of producing management accounts Track record / experience of systems migration / implementation Strong business partnering and communication skills to influence non-finance stakeholders TO APPLY: Please send your CV for the Finance Manager/Financial Controller/Management Accountant role via the advert for consideration. By sending an application or applying for a job, you consent to your personal data being processed and stored by Get Recruited (UK) Ltd in accordance with our Cookie & Privacy Policy (available in the footer on our website). Get Recruited (UK) Ltd acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and as an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. We are an equal opportunities employer and we never charge candidates a fee for our services.

Head of Finance / Financial Controller Bingham (NG13) £40,000 - £50,000 ? 5 Days Office BasedA growing SME based in Bingham is seeking a commercially astute Financial Controller (Head of Finance level) to lead its finance function.This Financial Controller role offers the opportunity to operate as the No.1 in finance, reporting directly to the CEO and COO, with genuine influence over strategic and operational decision-making. The Role - Financial Controller As Financial Controller, you will take full ownership of the finance function, managing a small team of two and ensuring robust financial control, reporting and commercial insight.The Financial Controller will be responsible for: Preparation of monthly management accounts Leading budgeting and forecasting processes Managing cashflow and working capital Overseeing payroll, VAT and statutory compliance Strengthening financial controls and internal processes Acting as a commercial partner to the leadership team Contributing to board-level reporting and strategic discussions This Financial Controller position requires someone comfortable being both strategic and hands-on within an SME environment. About You - Financial Controller Profile To be successful as Financial Controller, you will: Be fully qualified (ACA / ACCA / CIMA) Have experience operating as a Financial Controller, Head of Finance or Senior Finance Manager Demonstrate strong commercial acumen Have experience managing and developing a small finance team Be comfortable working 5 days in the office This opportunity would suit a Financial Controller seeking a broader leadership role with progression to Financial Director. Why Apply? Genuine progression pathway from Financial Controller to Financial Director Direct exposure to CEO and senior leadership Broad, autonomous Financial Controller role Growing SME environment with real impact If you are a qualified Financial Controller looking for your next challenge in Bingham, we would welcome a confidential discussion.Apply now or contact us directly to learn more about this Financial Controller opportunity.

Location: Derby Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday Reporting to: CEO Role Purpose The Head of Finance will lead the financial management, reporting and commercial analysis for the organisation. This role ensures the business has robust financial controls, accurate reporting, and forward-looking insight that supports decision-making, growth and operational performance. This is both a strategic and hands-on position, responsible for overseeing day-to-day finance operations while contributing directly to long-term planning and business leadership. Key Responsibilities Financial Management & Controls Lead the finance function, ensuring accurate and timely month-end and year-end close Maintain strong financial controls, policies and processes Oversee balance sheet integrity, reconciliations and audit readiness Manage treasury, cash flow, banking relationships and working capital cycles Management Reporting Prepare monthly management accounts with insightful analysis Present financial performance to senior leadership Develop dashboards, KPIs and performance metrics Ensure reporting is consistent, timely and decision-ready Budgeting, Forecasting & Planning Lead annual budgeting and quarterly reforecasting Partner with operational leaders to build robust financial plans Provide variance analysis with clear commercial explanations Identify risks, opportunities and financial impacts Commercial Finance & Business Partnering Support pricing, margin analysis, cost reviews and investment decisions Work with operations, sales and projects to improve financial outcomes Provide financial modelling for business cases, capital spend or new initiatives Cash Flow & Working Capital Own cash flow forecasting and liquidity management Drive improvements in debtor management, inventory and supplier terms Monitor cash conversion and support funding requirements where needed Systems, Processes & Continuous Improvement Improve finance systems and reporting tools Strengthen processes to support scalability and growth Lead upgrades or transitions to new accounting/ERP systems Drive automation and efficiency across finance operations Candidate Profile Qualifications Fully qualified accountant (ACCA / CIMA / ACA or equivalent) Strong technical grounding in financial and management accounting Experience Proven experience in a senior finance role, ideally Head of Finance or Finance Manager ready to step up Background within SME environments Experience in manufacturing and engineering Demonstrable ability to lead a finance function end-to-end Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data:

Reporting to CFO and leading a capable team, you will take ownership of financial control, technical accounting, reporting, and compliance. This role suits a technically strong Financial Controller, who is hands on but can motivate and lead a small team Client Details Our client is a successful, services SME business with strong market presence. Description Lead month-end close, financial reporting, and final review of P&L and balance sheet reconciliations Prepare statutory account Manage audit and corporation tax compliance Review quarterly VAT returns Strengthen financial controls and accounting processes Manage and coach a small stable finance team Produce Group P&L, Balance Sheet, Cashflow, and other monthly reporting Assist with board pack preparation Partner with Ops, HR, IT, and Commercial Support the CFO on projects and new business initiatives Profile A qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) with strong technical skills Experience in audit, tax, statutory accounts, and financial controls Background in SMEs or multi-site environments; Someone comfortable owning both detail and higher-level technical matters Ability to identify risk, ensure compliance, and improve processes A supportive people manager who can guide a small team Job Offer Competitive salary circa £70,000 negotiable, plus potential of completion bonus Hybrid working with flexibility (2-3 days on-site) Flexibility: option for part time, reduced hours 9 month contract If you are a finance professional ready to take on this exciting Fixed Term Contract Financial Controller role, we encourage you to apply now

FINANCE MANAGER / FINANCIAL CONTROLLER (No.1) MANCHESTER CITY CENTRE £65,000 TO £75,000 + BENEFITS THE COMPANY: We're exclusively partnering with a growing SME import / export business based in Manchester City Centre that is looking to recruit an experienced Finance Manager / Financial Controller to lead the finance function and work closely with the founders. Operating within an international trading environment with a bonded warehouse, the business imports and distributes products mainly across the UK and conditionally exports the imports internationally. This role will take full ownership of the finance function, providing both hands-on financial leadership and commercial insight to support continued growth. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on Financial Controller who enjoys improving systems, introducing automation where appropriate, and helping a growing business drive efficiencies and smarter financial decision-making. THE FINANCIAL CONTROLLER / FINANCE MANAGER ROLE: Reporting directly to the Founders, taking ownership of the finance function and leading a small team Managing and developing a team including AP, AR / Credit Control, Finance Coordinator and Import / Export Clerks Producing monthly management accounts, including variance analysis and commentary Leading budgeting, forecasting and cashflow management Overseeing credit control and debtor management, personally handling escalated debtor issues Managing banking relationships and lenders, including invoice discounting / asset-based finance facilities Ensuring accurate import duty accruals, deferments and landed cost reporting Monitoring freight forwarding costs, stock movements and working capital with operational teams Managing HMRC compliance, including bonded warehouse oversight and annual audits Reviewing systems, processes and reporting, driving efficiencies, automation and continuous improvement Providing commercial insight to the founders to support better decision making and business performance THE PERSON: CIMA / ACCA Qualified, or Qualified by Experience (QBE), with proven experience as a Financial Controller, Finance Manager or Senior Management Accountant in an SME environment, with an understanding of import/Export. Industry experience Distribution, Logistics, Manufacturing, Retail or Wholesale would be advantageous, with stock / inventory accounting and operational finance Strong experience producing Management Accounts, Budgeting, Forecasting and Cashflow Management Exposure to invoice discounting or asset-based lending facilities Strong oversight of credit control and debtor management, including handling escalations Experience reviewing systems, reporting and processes to drive improvements and efficiencies A commercial and proactive mindset with the ability to support business growth TO APPLY: Please send your CV via the advert for the Finance Manager / Financial Controller for immediate consideration. By sending an application or applying for a job, you consent to your personal data being processed and stored by Get Recruited (UK) Ltd in accordance with our Cookie & Privacy Policy (available in the footer on our website). Get Recruited (UK) Ltd acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and as an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. We are an equal opportunities employer and we never charge candidates a fee for our services.

Role: Head of Finance Location: Bingham Salary: £45-50kWe are seeking a commercially astute and hands-on Head of Finance to lead and oversee the financial operations of the business. This is a key leadership role reporting directly to the CEO and COO, with responsibility for delivering robust financial management, strategic insight, and operational control.This position offers a clear progression pathway to Financial Director for the right candidate.Key Responsibilities of the Head of Finance:Strategic & Commercial Leadership; Act as the financial lead for the organisation, advising the CEO and COO on financial strategy. Support business growth through robust financial planning and analysis. Provide commercial insight to inform key operational and investment decisions. Contribute to board-level reporting and strategic discussions.Financial Control & Reporting; Lead the preparation of monthly management accounts. Oversee annual budgeting and periodic forecasting processes. Manage cash flow, working capital, and financial risk. Ensure compliance with statutory reporting, tax, and regulatory requirements. Maintain and enhance financial controls, systems, and processes.Operational Oversight; Oversee day-to-day finance operations, including payroll and VAT. Manage relationships with external auditors, accountants, and banking partners. Identify efficiencies and implement continuous improvement across finance processes.Person Specification for Head of Finance: Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent). Demonstrable experience in a senior finance role (Finance Manager, Financial Controller or similar). Strong commercial acumen and strategic thinking capability. Experience in budgeting, forecasting, and management reporting. Proven ability to operate both strategically and operationally.Desirable; Experience in a growing SME environment. Experience leading or developing a small finance team.If you feel the above Head of Finance specification matches your professional background, click apply.

Financial Controller - Tech Innovation Scale-Up Exeter, Devon £50,000-£70,000 + Share Options I am currently partnering with a high-growth tech-focused engineering scale-up in Exeter is seeking a dynamic, proactive Financial Controller to join its senior management team at an early stage of growth. This is a hands-on, commercially oriented role where you will lead the finance function, support strategic decision-making, and help build the operational foundations of a fast-growing business. The Role You will work closely with the CEO and wider leadership team to develop budgets, business plans and management information that support the company's growth. Alongside owning core finance processes, you will play an active part in investor relations, commercial contracting, HR and external communications, making this an ideal role for someone who enjoys variety and responsibility. Key Responsibilities: Finance & Administration Lead preparation of annual budgets and regular reforecasts. Produce monthly management accounts, cashflow forecasts and KPI reports. Oversee day-to-day finance operations. Approve supplier payments and manage customer invoicing. Liaise with external accountants, auditors and payroll providers, including year-end accounts and monthly payroll sign-off. Prepare quarterly executive and board reports and help organise board meetings. Commercial & Corporate Support the CEO with commercial contracts and partnership agreements. Assist with investor liaison, due diligence and maintaining the investor data room. Coordinate with legal advisers on equity rounds and other corporate matters. About You Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent). Experience in high-growth SMEs, tech, or engineering environments. Strong commercial awareness, administration and negotiating skills. Comfortable working both strategically and hands-on in a small, ambitious team. High energy, adaptable and able to thrive in a fast-paced, evolving environment. This role would particularly suit someone making their first move from practice into industry, or a candidate with prior start-up/scale-up experience who is excited by a broad, hands-on remit. The position comes with the potential for equity. This role would suit Financial Controller, Assistant Financial Controller, Assistant Group Financial Controller, Finance Manager, Accounting Controller, Group Management Accountant, Group Financial Accountant, Management Accountant, Financial Accountant, Group Reporting Manager, Reporting Manager, Head of Finance. The role would be commutable from Exeter, Okehampton, Newton Abbot, Paignton, Torquay, Bovey Tracey, Ashburton, Crediton, Tiverton, Cullompton, Honiton, Wellington, Taunton. For more information, please get in contact with Jamie Wall at Lloyd Barnes for a confidential discussion. Ref: 15225 INDJW

FINANCE MANAGER / FINANCIAL CONTROLLER (No.1) MANCHESTER CITY CENTRE £65,000 TO £75,000 + BENEFITS THE COMPANY: We're exclusively partnering with a growing SME import / export business based in Manchester City Centre that is looking to recruit an experienced Finance Manager / Financial Controller to lead the finance function and work closely with the founders. Operating within an international trading environment with a bonded warehouse, the business imports and distributes products mainly across the UK and conditionally exports the imports internationally. This role will take full ownership of the finance function, providing both hands-on financial leadership and commercial insight to support continued growth. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on Financial Controller who enjoys improving systems, introducing automation where appropriate, and helping a growing business drive efficiencies and smarter financial decision-making. THE FINANCIAL CONTROLLER / FINANCE MANAGER ROLE: Reporting directly to the Founders, taking ownership of the finance function and leading a small team Managing and developing a team including AP, AR / Credit Control, Finance Coordinator and Import / Export Clerks Producing monthly management accounts, including variance analysis and commentary Leading budgeting, forecasting and cashflow management Overseeing credit control and debtor management, personally handling escalated debtor issues Managing banking relationships and lenders, including invoice discounting / asset-based finance facilities Ensuring accurate import duty accruals, deferments and landed cost reporting Monitoring freight forwarding costs, stock movements and working capital with operational teams Managing HMRC compliance, including bonded warehouse oversight and annual audits Reviewing systems, processes and reporting, driving efficiencies, automation and continuous improvement Providing commercial insight to the founders to support better decision making and business performance THE PERSON: CIMA / ACCA Qualified, or Qualified by Experience (QBE), with proven experience as a Financial Controller, Finance Manager or Senior Management Accountant in an SME environment, with an understanding of import/Export. Industry experience Distribution, Logistics, Manufacturing, Retail or Wholesale would be advantageous, with stock / inventory accounting and operational finance Strong experience producing Management Accounts, Budgeting, Forecasting and Cashflow Management Exposure to invoice discounting or asset-based lending facilities Strong oversight of credit control and debtor management, including handling escalations Experience reviewing systems, reporting and processes to drive improvements and efficiencies A commercial and proactive mindset with the ability to support business growth TO APPLY: Please send your CV via the advert for the Finance Manager / Financial Controller for immediate consideration. By sending an application or applying for a job, you consent to your personal data being processed and stored by Get Recruited (UK) Ltd in accordance with our Cookie & Privacy Policy (available in the footer on our website). Get Recruited (UK) Ltd acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and as an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. We are an equal opportunities employer and we never charge candidates a fee for our services.

Finance Manager (SME) - Birmingham - Hybrid (2 days on-site, 3 days remote) Day rate: £350 - £425 (Outside IR35) Contract: 6 months (urgent start) We are urgently seeking a hands-on Finance Manager to join a growing SME based in Birmingham. This is a great opportunity for an experienced finance professional who is comfortable rolling up their sleeves and taking ownership of duties that span across the entire finance function. Key Responsibilities: Support the end-to-end finance process, from invoicing and credit control to month-end reporting Support cash flow, reconciliations, and management accounts Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning Work closely with leadership to provide insightful financial analysis Ensure compliance with statutory requirements What We're Looking For: Strong track record as a Finance Manager, Financial Controller, or similar role in an SME environment Comfortable working autonomously and managing the full finance function Hands-on approach - not afraid to get involved in the detail Available to start at short notice The Role: Location: Birmingham (2 days on site, 3 days from home) Contract: 6 months (initial) Rate: £350 - £425 per day (Outside IR35) Immediate start available If you're an adaptable, proactive finance professional looking for your next challenge, we'd love to hear from you.

New exciting Finance Manager vacancy available in Suffolk Your new company Hays are partnering exclusively with a well-established commercial business based near Bury St Edmunds to recruit a Finance Manager / Financial Controller for a subsidiary of a large group. The company has had steady growth over many years, but has recently been acquired through private equity and is looking to increase its growth trajectory. The company consists of 4 key revenue streams and offers vast opportunities for increased market share. If you are looking for a new opportunity in a forward-thinking and collaborative business, then have a look at the details below. Your new role You will operate as the number 1 in finance on site and work in close conjunction with the MD and group finance to shape the daily financial operations and support key growth initiatives. Primarily, you will be responsible for overseeing the accounting function for 4 divisions with a combined turnover of around £35m, as well as helping shape the business strategy moving forwards. More specifically, you will be responsible for: Managing a team of 3 transactional finance staff Reviewing and improving financial processes Leading the month-end close process Producing statutory accounts and financial statements Leading and supporting the yearly audit process Reviewing centrally drafted monthly management accounts and utilising data to support commercial and strategic decision-making Supporting the upgrade and integration of a new ERP system Reviewing financial procedures, controls and processes and improving or streamlining these for continuous improvement This is a full-time role, working 40 hours per week between Monday and Friday. The role will primarily be based on-site, but for the right candidate could accommodate 1 day a week working remotely. What you'll need to succeed Qualified ACA/ACCA/CIMA Prior experience leading a finance team and strong management skills Excellent communication skills and ability to act as a business partner to key stakeholders Experience operating in a group structure, with 'hands-on' experience of an SME environment Strong technical skills and competency Change management experience or systems improvement experience would be highly advantageous Experience using Netsuite would also be advantageous What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. #

This established £40m SME business requires an experienced hands-on Finance Manager in Bury St Edmunds Suffolk Your new company Hays Accountancy & Finance are delighted to be working exclusively in partnership with an established owner-managed business who operate in a niche business sector who are embarking on an exciting period of growth and require a confident, experienced Finance Manager to manage the day-to-day finances of this £40M turnover business based close to Bury St Edmunds. Your new role In this newly created Finance Manager job, you will play a key role in working with the Senior Management Team in taking responsibility for managing the day-to-day finances across the ledgers, with a particular focus on cash flow management and extensive reconciliation of several multi-currency accounts. As a business, they work closely with UK-wide and international suppliers and customers, including well-known household brands, in a fast-paced business-to-business set up which requires you to use your broad financial commercial expertise in high-volume transactional finance and preparing monthly reconciliations of their invoice factoring balances. You will also oversee the duties of a part-time credit controller in the collection of outstanding balances and work closely with them for updated payment due dates, which will enable you to produce an accurate cash position for the Senior Management Team. The organisation has been established for a number of years and does not have a cashflow issue but requires the data to make commercial decisions. As the main finance contact in the business, you will monitor and prepare key financial metrics and highlight any departmental financial performance or concerns. The Finance Manager will also be responsible for the payroll of circa 10+ staff, preparing the trial balance statements as well as the annual audit schedules, HMRC compliance and VAT returns. What you'll need to succeed The business is open to considering candidates who are Part-Qualified or Qualified by Experience provided they can demonstrate the key skills required in overseeing and being involved in the transactional finances, able to produce accounts to a trial balance, undertake extensive reconciliations and be aware of invoice factoring. It is expected you will be confident with Excel and Sage as well as be comfortable working in a family business who are very supportive. What you'll get in return The business offers a salary package of circa £35,000 - £39,000 depending on experience, a generous holiday allowance, free car-parking including EV charging, pension scheme etc. This will be an office-based role, working 5-days on site as you need to be close to the operational leads and working from 9am to 5pm. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. #

Finance Manager Permanent Central Manchester 45,000 - 50,000 per annum Full-time, 37.5 hours per week I am currently recruiting for a fast growing SME in Central Manchester who are seeking a hardworking and dedicated qualified Finance Manager to join their team on a permanent basis. About the Role Reporting directly to the Financial Controller, this hands-on role is key to the day-to-day financial operations of the business. You'll be a trusted member of the finance team, contributing to month-end processes, forecasting, and ensuring financial accuracy across key areas. Key Responsibilities: Prepare and review balance sheet reconciliations, ensuring accuracy and completeness Support month-end close processes, including accruals, prepayments, and journal postings Assist with cash flow and treasury management Support the forecasting and budgeting cycle Work closely with internal stakeholders to ensure financial information is delivered to a high standard and in a timely manner Drive improvements in processes and internal controls The ideal candidate will have the following skills, experience and qualifications Qualified - either ACCA/ ACA Previous experience working within a similar role Excellent excel skills and experience working on Xero would be advantageous Hardworking and proactive attitude In return you will receive: Competitive salary of 45,000 - 50,000 per annum 37.5-hour working week with flexibility to work from home (minimum 3 days in the office per week) Central Manchester office location with great transport links Opportunity to grow and develop your career in a supportive team environment 25 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays If you are interested in this role, please click apply now and I will be in touch if your application has been successful.

Finance Manager (SME) - Birmingham - Hybrid (2 days on-site, 3 days remote) Day rate: £350 - £425 (Outside IR35) Contract: 6 months (urgent start) We are urgently seeking a hands-on Finance Manager to join a growing SME based in Birmingham. This is a great opportunity for an experienced finance professional who is comfortable rolling up their sleeves and taking ownership of duties that span across the entire finance function. Key Responsibilities: Support the end-to-end finance process, from invoicing and credit control to month-end reporting Support cash flow, reconciliations, and management accounts Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning Work closely with leadership to provide insightful financial analysis Ensure compliance with statutory requirements What We're Looking For: Strong track record as a Finance Manager, Financial Controller, or similar role in an SME environment Comfortable working autonomously and managing the full finance function Hands-on approach - not afraid to get involved in the detail Available to start at short notice The Role: Location: Birmingham (2 days on site, 3 days from home) Contract: 6 months (initial) Rate: £350 - £425 per day (Outside IR35) Immediate start available If you're an adaptable, proactive finance professional looking for your next challenge, we'd love to hear from you.