Finance Manager Salary: £40,000 plus Benefits Stourport on Seven My client, a premier supplier of commercial catering equipment are looking to recruit a Finance Manager to join their growing business. Responsibilities: Recording Financial Transactions Enter daily financial transactions into accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Xero). Maintain accurate records of purchases, sales, receipts, and payments. Managing Accounts Payable and Receivable Track incoming payments (accounts receivable). Prepare and send invoices to clients/customers. Monitor overdue invoices and follow up on collections. Record and schedule outgoing payments (accounts payable). Reconcile vendor statements. Bank and Credit Card Reconciliation Match transactions in accounting records with bank statements. Investigate discrepancies or missing entries. Payroll Support Process payroll (if not outsourced). Maintain employee wage records. Calculate and record payroll taxes and deductions. Financial Reporting Generate basic financial reports (e.g., income statement, balance sheet). Provide reports for management review. Budget Monitoring Track spending against budget. Assist management with forecasting and budget adjustments. Tax Preparation Assistance Prepare documentation for accountants or tax advisors. Ensure records are organized for end-of-year tax filings. May file VAT/GST or sales tax returns, depending on jurisdiction and company size. Compliance and Record-Keeping Ensure compliance with financial regulations. Maintain proper records for audits or financial reviews. Safeguard financial documents and back up data. General Office & Administrative Support Sometimes includes clerical or office management duties, especially in very small businesses. Qualifications: AAT Qualified (not essential, but would be nice) Institute of Certified Bookkeepers accredited