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Finance Manager

West Bromwich Permanent £45,000 - £50,000 per year View Job Description
Reporting directly to the Managing Director, the Finance Manager will take ownership of the finance function, delivering accurate financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting and cash flow management while supporting key business decisions.This is a varied, hands-on role focused on maintaining strong financial controls, driving process improvements, and providing commercial insight to help support the company's growth and long-term success.
  • Playing a key role ind riving business decisions
  • Broad, hands-on finance role

About Our Client

Our client is a well-established, growing manufacturing business with a strong reputation in its sector, offering a stable environment and the opportunity to work closely with senior leadership to influence business performance.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

  • Produce accurate monthly management accounts, financial reports and KPI analysis
  • Prepare and post journals, including accruals and prepayments
  • Lead month-end and year-end processes
  • Manage budgeting, forecasting and cash flow planning
  • Maintain balance sheet reconciliations and ensure accuracy of financial records
  • Oversee Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable activities
  • Prepare and submit VAT returns and ensure compliance with statutory requirements
  • Act as the main finance contact for external auditors, accountants and group stakeholders
  • Analyse financial performance and provide recommendations to support business growth
  • Drive continuous improvement of accounting processes, controls and procedures
  • Support strategic decision-making through clear and timely financial reporting



The Successful Applicant

About You

  • Fully qualified AAT or equivalent accounting qualification
  • Previous experience in a Finance Manager or Senior Management Accountant position
  • Strong technical accounting knowledge
  • Experience producing management accounts and financial reporting packs
  • Proven budgeting, forecasting and cash flow management experience
  • Strong Sage and advanced Excel skills
  • Excellent attention to detail and analytical capability
  • Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities
  • Strong communication skills with the confidence to influence stakeholders across the business

What's on Offer

What's on Offer?

  • £45,000 - £50,000 per annum
  • 3 days onsite
  • Direct exposure to senior leadership and key business decisions
  • A broad, autonomous role with real scope to improve processes
  • Stable and growing business environment
  • Opportunity to make a tangible impact on financial performance and operational efficiency
Contact
Neha Donohoe
Quote job ref
JN-102026-7123623
Phone number
+44 121 634 6992

Job summary

Job function
Accounting
Subsector
Finance Manager
Sector
Industrial / Manufacturing
Where
West Bromwich
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Neha Donohoe
Consultant phone
+44 121 634 6992
Job reference
JN-102026-7123623