Job Description
About the Business
An exciting opportunity for a Finance Manager to join a large, well-established international business based in Birmingham. With strong growth plans and a reputation for looking after its people, this role offers a broad, high-visibility position working closely with an experienced Group Financial Controller, alongside the flexibility of just two days in the office.
Main Duties:
As a Finance Manager, your main duties include:
* Support the Group Financial Controller in delivering accurate financial reporting, cash flow management, budgeting and forecasting.
* Oversee day-to-day finance operations, ensuring robust accounting processes and effective financial controls are maintained.
* Manage the month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring timely and accurate reporting.
* Lead the Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable and General Ledger functions, ensuring efficiency and accuracy across all areas.
* Contribute to financial planning and analysis, providing clear insights to support informed decision-making.
* Assist in implementing and maintaining strong internal controls, financial policies and procedures.
* Monitor cash flow and working capital, supporting treasury management activities as required.
* Liaise with external auditors, tax advisers and regulatory bodies to ensure compliance with statutory requirements.
* Support automation initiatives and continuous process improvements within the finance function.
* Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance financial performance and operational efficiency.
Location / Office / Culture
The role operates on a hybrid basis, with two days per week in the Birmingham office. The company works from modern offices and has a well-established finance team within a larger, successful organisation. The business promotes a flexible and supportive working culture, with clear opportunities for progression as it continues to grow.
What We Are Looking For
The ideal candidate:
* Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent); strong QBE candidates will also be considered.
* Strong knowledge of IFRS/UK GAAP and regulatory compliance.
* Experience in budgeting, forecasting and cash flow management.
* Strong analytical skills with advanced Excel capability.
* Confident working to tight deadlines and managing multiple priorities.
* Excellent communication skills and experience working with financial systems/ERP platforms.
Why Join the business
* Fantastic overall benefit
* Fantastic managers – a number of which that have been promoted internally
* Flexible working in a modern environment
* A company with a track record of internal progression
* Generous holiday days
About Us
We are a local accountancy recruitment specialist. We appreciate that roles are often online for a long period of time. If you want to check if this role is still live or just want more details before applying, call us directly.
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