Finance Manager

Description

Your new company

Finance Manager / Company Accountant

Sutton Coldfield (Office–Based) 40,000 – 48,000 + Benefits

Join a Growing, Family–Owned Business Where You Can Make a Real Impact

Are you a hands–on finance professional looking for a role where you can genuinely take ownership and influence the direction of a business?

A successful and long–established family–owned retail business based in Sutton Coldfield is seeking an experienced Finance Manager / Company Accountant to become a key member of its finance team. Reporting directly to the Finance Director, you'll play an integral role in managing the day–to–day financial operations and supporting the continued growth of the business.

This is the ideal opportunity for someone who enjoys variety, autonomy, and working closely with leadership in a fast–paced SME environment.

Your new role

As Finance Manager, you will take responsibility for the smooth running of the finance function, ensuring accurate reporting, strong financial controls, and effective cash management.

Key responsibilities will include:

Producing monthly management accounts with commentary and analysisManaging the month–end process including journals, accruals and prepaymentsOverseeing sales ledger, purchase ledger and credit control activitiesPreparing VAT returns and ensuring HMRC complianceManaging cash flow and supporting business forecastingPerforming bank and balance sheet reconciliationsProcessing payroll and associated reportingManaging stock and inventory accountingSupporting budgeting and business planning activitiesLiaising with external accountants and auditorsReviewing and improving financial processes and controlsProviding financial insight and support to senior managementWhat you'll need to succeed

We're keen to speak with experienced finance professionals who enjoy being involved in both the operational and strategic aspects of finance.

You will ideally have:

Previous experience as a Finance Manager, Company Accountant, Senior Management Accountant or Financial Controller within an SME environmentStrong management accounts experienceKnowledge of payroll, VAT, cashflow management and month–end reportingExperience working within stock–led, retail, manufacturing or distribution environmentsA proactive and hands–on approachExcellent communication skills and the ability to work closely with senior stakeholdersAAT qualified, part–qualified, qualified by experience (QBE) or qualified accountant backgrounds will all be consideredWhat you'll get in return

Salary up to 48,00023 days holiday plus bank holidays and your birthday offPotential for 1 day working from home following probationLong–term career opportunity within a stable and growing businessSupportive leadership team and collaborative working environmentOpportunity to make a visible impact in a well–established SMEIf you're looking for a role where you can take ownership, work closely with decision–makers, and become a trusted part of a successful local business, we'd love to hear from you.

What you need to do now

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