Job Description
Job Title: Finance Manager
Location: Nottingham (Onsite – 5 days per week)
Salary: Competitive (DOE)
Start Date: As soon as available (notice periods accommodated)
About the Opportunity:
We are supporting a growing organisation in the appointment of a Finance Manager on a permanent basis. This onsite role, based in Nottingham, offers the opportunity to take ownership of the organisation’s day-to-day financial operations while working closely with senior leadership to support business performance and growth.
This is a hands-on position responsible for overseeing financial reporting, managing accounts payable and receivable processes, supporting cashflow management, and ensuring strong financial controls across the business. The role also involves supporting management accounts, VAT and compliance processes, reconciliations, payroll administration, and audit preparation.
A strong working knowledge of Xero is essential for this role.
Key Responsibilities:
Financial Reporting & Analysis
* Produce reports on business performance, forecasting and cashflow
* Support the preparation of monthly management accounts
* Manage accruals and prepayments
* Maintain the fixed asset register
* Post monthly depreciation
* Monitor and report on company assets
Accounts Receivable & Payable
* Raise and issue customer invoices through Xero
* Maintain customer and supplier records within the finance system
* Manage credit control and monitor outstanding balances
* Process supplier invoices and ensure timely payments
* Support effective cashflow management
Banking & Reconciliation
* Complete regular bank reconciliations
* Reconcile company credit card accounts
* Monitor debtor balances and support collection activities
Payroll & Expenses
* Oversee timesheet and overtime reporting processes
* Process employee expenses accurately and on time
VAT & Compliance
* Prepare VAT returns using Xero
* Ensure compliance with relevant tax obligations
* Support group VAT submissions where required
Audit & Reporting
* Prepare audit schedules and supporting documentation
* Liaise with auditors and respond to queries when required
General Administration
* Maintain monthly headcount reporting
* Support general finance administration and operational reporting
* Assist with additional finance tasks where required
Experience Required:
* Proven experience working in a Finance Manager, Financial Controller or senior finance role
* Strong working knowledge of Xero (essential)
* Part-qualified or fully qualified accountant (ACCA, CIMA, AAT or equivalent)
* Experience producing management accounts and financial reporting
* Strong reconciliation, banking and credit control experience
* Good understanding of VAT and financial compliance
* Strong Excel and financial systems knowledge
* Highly organised with strong attention to detail
* Ability to work independently and collaborate with stakeholders
How to Apply:
If you are interested in learning more about this opportunity, please submit your application via the job advert and a member of our team will be in touch.