We are seeking an experienced and driven Finance Manager to lead our accounts team and play a pivotal role within the business. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys both managing people and owning the end-to-end monthly accounts process, while acting as a key link between finance and the wider organisation.
The Role
Reporting to the Financial Controller, you will oversee a team of four accounts staff and take full responsibility for the monthly management accounts cycle. You will work closely with internal departments and senior leadership, ensuring accurate reporting and supporting business decision-making.
Preparation of monthly management accounts and full reporting pack with insightful commentary
Submission of reports to senior management and group for consolidation
Monthly reconciliation of finance facilities
Ensuring HMRC compliance, including quarterly VAT returns
Producing regular and ad hoc financial reports for managers and directors
Managing weekly cashflow forecasts and cash resources
Overseeing day-to-day finance operations (sales ledger, purchase ledger, banking, expenses, rebates, etc.)
Maintaining and improving financial processes and controls
Managing accounting systems (Sage200) and supporting CRM integration
Working with large datasets and Excel-based reporting
Leading, mentoring, and developing the accounts team (including 1:1s and training)
Supporting annual budgeting and external audit processes
Investigating and explaining variances to budget with department managers
Maintaining capital expenditure records and audit documentation
Ensuring accuracy, integrity, and compliance across all financial data and processes
About You
Strong experience in a similar Finance Manager or senior accounts role
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills (pivot tables, lookups, formulas, large datasets)
Knowledge of Sage200 (beneficial but not essential)
AAT qualified, Accounting & Finance degree, or part-qualified with relevant experience
Proven team management and leadership experience
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
Strong attention to detail and problem-solving ability
Ideally based locally to Wolverhampton