Finance Manager

We are recruiting on behalf of a successful SME in South Leicestershire for an experienced Finance Manager to join their team, replacing the current manager who is retiring. This is a hands-on role, managing the day-to-day financial operations, producing monthly management accounts, and overseeing a small transactional finance team. You will work closely with the Finance Director and senior leadership team on key projects to support the company's growth.

A key benefit of this opportunity is the structured handover period with the retiring Finance Manager, ensuring a smooth transition into the role.

This SME has built a stellar global reputation for delivering top-tier service. With a long-established back-office team, the company boasts a wealth of internal knowledge and a supportive work environment. The role has become available due to the retirement of a long-serving Finance Manager, marking a new chapter for the business.

As Finance Manager, you will manage a small, dedicated finance team responsible for purchase and sales ledger, credit control, and payroll. Your key responsibilities will include:

• Management Accounts: Prepare monthly management accounts, providing insights for the leadership team.
• Cash Flow Forecasting: Manage the company’s cash flow to ensure financial stability.
• VAT Returns: Oversee and ensure timely and accurate VAT returns.
• Financial Reporting: Support the Finance Director with financial reporting to drive commercial decision-making.
• Team Management: Lead and develop the transactional finance team.

We are seeking a candidate who is either CIMA/ACCA qualified or qualified by experience, with a passion for hands-on finance management. You should be comfortable working in a fast-paced, regulated environment. Experience in a regulated industry would be an advantage, though not essential.

• Full management accounts production.
• VAT returns.
• Cash flow forecasting.
• Financial reporting.
• Team management experience.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a well-respected business in a varied and engaging role. You will work closely with an experienced Finance Director, offering an excellent chance to enhance your skills and expertise. The company offers a competitive salary of £30,000 - £40,000, plus a company bonus, an enhanced pension scheme, and a range of additional employee benefits.

If this sounds like the perfect role for you, apply today to learn more!