Company Overview
We are a specialist R&D tax consultancy supporting innovative UK businesses in sectors like engineering, manufacturing, packaging, and technology. We help clients unlock funding through the R&D tax credit scheme while maintaining a strong emphasis on compliance, precision, and integrity. Our team is growing fast, and we’re now strengthening our internal operations with a senior finance hire.
The Role
This is a hands-on Finance Manager position, ideal for someone who thrives on autonomy, detail, and accountability. Sitting within the senior leadership team, you will oversee payroll, Sage-led finance operations, and elements of HR and compliance. You’ll play a critical role in maintaining high operational standards, addressing legacy finance issues, and ensuring the business has a strong financial foundation to support its growth trajectory.
Key Responsibilities
Oversee and run payroll processes accurately and on time, managing deductions and statutory requirements
Maintain accurate financial records using Sage, ensuring reconciliations, journals, and month-end processes are robust
Take ownership of key finance functions including budgeting, forecasting, invoicing, and debtor management
Address and resolve legacy finance issues such as unprocessed debtor ledgers or aged balances
Liaise with accountants on CT600 submissions (not essential but helpful)
Provide general HR support where required (contracts, holiday tracking, compliance admin)
Report directly to senior leadership and play a proactive role in business decision-making
Uphold high standards of integrity, reliability, and confidentiality at all timesAbout You
Must have CT600 (Corporation Tax) experience.
Part-qualified or qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, AAT, or equivalent)
Strong hands-on experience managing business finances and payroll
Proficient user of Sage accounting software (essential)
Comfortable managing HR admin and operational processes
Track record of ownership, accuracy, and solving financial issues
Confident communicator with leadership presence and a proactive mindset
Experience across different sectors welcomed – industry background is flexibleWhat’s on Offer
Competitive Salary, depending on experience
Quarterly discretionary bonus
25 days holiday + bank holidays + Christmas shutdown
4 days a week in-office – potentially moving to 3 days.
A leadership seat in a fast-scaling, mission-led business