Your newpany
You’ll be joining a well-established, owner‑managed organisation with a long track record of growth and operational stability. The business operates across multiple in-house functions and offers a fast‑paced yet supportive working environment. It ismercially focused, values strong internal relationships, and places a real emphasis on accountability and culture.
Your new role
As Finance Manager, you will take full responsibility for the day-to-day output of the finance function. This is a hands-on leadership role within a transactional SME environment, where accuracy, structure and people management are key.Your responsibilities will include:
- Leading and developing a small finance team, setting objectives and supporting continuous improvement
- Overseeing accounts payable and receivable, including supplier reconciliations, debt management and cash flow control
- Producing monthly management accounts, including balance sheet reconciliations, prepayments and control accounts
- Managing daily bank reconciliations across multiple accounts
- Client accounting and interpany reconciliations
- CIS submissions andpliance
- Overseeing weekly and monthly payroll processes
- Supporting performance management activities, including probation reviews and return‑to‑work meetings
This role sits firmly in the operational core of the business and requires a Finance Manager who isfortable being close to the detail while maintaining strong oversight of the team.
What you'll need to succeed
To be successful in this role, you’ll need:
- AAT Level 4 qualification (or equivalent experience)
- At least 5 years’ experience in an accounting or finance management role
- Proven experience managing or supervising a finance team
- Strong working knowledge of Xero
- Advanced Excel skills and a high level of attention to detail
- Confidence working in a fast‑moving, SME environment
- Strong problem-solving and organisational skills
Experience within property, real estate, construction, or client‑accounting environments would be advantageous, though not essential.
What you'll get in return
- A permanent, on-site Finance Manager position within a stable and growing organisation
- A supportive, collaborative team culture
- Free on-site parking
- Excellent office environment
- Additional lifestyle benefits
- The opportunity to play a key role in the financial oversight of a well-established business