Finance Manager

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