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Senior Consultant | Northwest | Newly Qualified Finance
Finance Manager- Liverpool Central
About the Role
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a dynamic, forward-thinking business at an exciting stage of growth. As Finance Manager, you’ll take ownership of the day-to-day finance function, playing a key role in supporting the technical reporting and transactional team as the business continues to scale. This role is pivotal in ensuring accurate and timely financial accounting, control, and reporting for one entity within the group.
We are seeking a qualified and detail-oriented Finance Manager to join our Finance team in Liverpool.
Key Responsibilities
* Take full ownership of the accounting and reporting for this entity within the group.
* Perform month-end and quarter-end close processes, including preparation of journals, accruals, and prepayments.
* Ensure accurate allocation of income and expenditure across the business.
* Manage the creditors ledger, including supplier reconciliations, invoice approvals, and payment runs.
* Process and review supplier payments, ensuring timely and correct disbursement of funds.
* Liaise with internal stakeholders to resolve queries and support budgeting processes.
* Produce regular financial reports for internal and external stakeholders, including variance analysis and commentary.
* Support the preparation of statutory accounts and liaise with external auditors.
* Line manage and support the accounts team, overseeing day-to-day tasks and performance.
* Identify and implement process improvements to streamline accounting and reporting.
Requirements
* Qualified Accountant – CIMA, ACCA, or ACA.
* Strong technical accounting skills, including journal postings, accruals, and prepayments.
* Experience managing month-end close and reporting cycles.
* Proficient in bank reconciliations and creditors ledger maintenance.
* Experience in supervising or managing team members.
* Strong systems skills – ideally experience with accounting software
* Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, lookups, etc.).
Personal Attributes
* High attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy.
* Excellent communication skills – able to liaise confidently with non-finance colleagues.
* Strong organisational skills and ability to prioritise a busy workload.
* Proactive, hands-on approach with a continuous improvement mindset.
Package - £55k- £65k DOE (There could be some flexibility for the right level of experience)
With strong leadership in place and a clear growth trajectory, this role offers excellent long-term development prospects in a high-performing, entrepreneurial environment.
Seniority level
* Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Finance and Accounting/Auditing
Industries
* Construction and Business Consulting and Services
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