Your new companyHays are delighted to be partnering with a rapidly growing and highly successful SME to recruit a Finance Manager. This is an exciting opportunity to join a business that continues to expand and invest in its future, offering the successful candidate the chance to make a genuine impact while gaining broad exposure across finance and business operations.Working closely with senior leadership, this role provides excellent visibility across the organisation and the opportunity to influence financial processes, controls, and commercial decision-making. It''s an ideal opportunity for an ambitious finance professional looking to develop their management experience and progress their career within a growing business.Your new roleAs Finance Manager, you will take responsibility for the day-to-day management of the finance function, ensuring accurate financial reporting, compliance, and efficient financial operations.Key responsibilities will include:Leading and developing the finance teamPreparing and reviewing VAT returns and ensuring statutory complianceManaging CIS administration and HMRC submissionsOverseeing bank reconciliations and cash management activitiesManaging supplier rebate calculations and claimsSupporting financial controls, reporting, and process improvementsActing as a key point of contact for internal and external stakeholdersSupporting wider business administration activities and operational projectsDriving continuous improvement across finance ..... full job details .....