Finance Manager

Up to -55k

Permanent

Full time office based - Wednesbury

Are you an experienced Finance Manager looking for a stable, long-term opportunity where you can make a genuine contribution?

Working closely with the CFO, this role offers the opportunity to take ownership of a well-functioning finance department, lead a small team, and provide the financial control and insight that underpins business performance. We''re looking for a confident and hands-on finance professional who enjoys responsibility, values accuracy and process, and wants to be part of a supportive and established business where you can add value from day one.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Reporting & Control

• Prepare monthly management accounts, balance sheet reconciliations, and supporting schedules.
• Lead the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes.
• Ensure compliance with UK GAAP and internal financial policies.
• Maintain and enhance robust financial controls and governance procedures.
• Deliver accurate and timely financial reporting to senior stakeholders.

Budgeting & Forecasting

• Support the CFO in preparing annual budgets and rolling forecasts.
• Provide meaningful variance analysis and commentary on financial performance.
• Assist with financial planning and decision-support activities across the business.

Cash Flow & Working Capital Management

• Monitor and manage daily cash flow requirements.
• Prepare short and long-term cash flow forecasts.
• Drive improvements in working capital through effective management of debtors, creditors, and inventory.

Audit, Tax & Compliance

• Coordinate the annual audit process and act as the key contact for external auditors.
• Assist with the preparation of statutory accounts.
• Ensure compliance with VAT, corporation tax, and other regulatory requirements.
• Liaise with external advisors where appropriate.

Team Leadership & Development

• Lead, mentor, and develop the wider transactional finance team.
• Foster a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and high performance.
• Support succession planning and ongoing development within the finance function.

Systems & Process Improvement

• Identify opportunities to improve financial processes and reporting efficiency.
• Support the ongoing development and enhancement of Microsoft Dynamics and related systems.
• Drive automation and continuous improvement initiatives across the finance function.

About You

• Qualified by Experience or qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA).
• Proven experience within a Finance Manager, Financial Controller, or similar leadership role.
• Strong technical accounting and financial reporting knowledge.
• Hands-on approach with excellent attention to detail and accuracy.

• Ideally but not essential experience within a manufacturing, distribution, or stock-based environment.
• Previous experience within an SME business.

What''s in it for You?

• Salary up to -55k
• Full time office based

• Opportunity to work closely with an experienced CFO.
• Key role in influencing business performance and growth.
• Leadership responsibility within a collaborative and supportive environment.
• Significant exposure to process improvement and strategic projects.

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