Finance Manager

SF Group are excited to be working with a business based in Birmingham on their search for a Finance Manager. Job Title: Finance Manager Location: Birmingham This role offers a fantastic opportunity to take ownership of the finance function. Key Responsibilities: - Manage and oversee the day-to-day operations of the finance function, including responsibility for a small transactional finance team (accounts payable, receivable, and payroll). - Report directly to the owners, providing financial insights and analysis to support key business decisions. - Ensure timely and accurate preparation of monthly management accounts and financial reports. - Oversee cash flow management, budgeting, and forecasting processes. - Maintain and improve financial controls, processes, and systems to ensure compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements. - Provide leadership, mentorship, and professional development to team members, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement. - Liaise with external stakeholders, including auditors, banks, and suppliers, to ensure smooth financial operations. - Support business growth by identifying opportunities for process improvements and cost efficiencies. The Successful Applicant: - Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent). - Proven experience in a similar finance management role, ideally within an SME or owner-managed business. - Strong technical accounting knowledge and ability to interpret financial data. - Confident in working directly with business owners, providing clear financial guidance and recommendations. - A proactive and hands-on approach, with a passion for continuous improvement. - Experience working with financial systems, experience using Zero is highly preferable-and a good level of IT proficiency (e.g., Excel). What's on Offer? - Salary £55,000 - £65,000 per annum