What are we recruiting for?
We are looking for an experienced and detail-oriented Finance Manager to oversee the financial operations of a growing group of companies.
Working closely with the Directors, you will manage all core finance functions, ensure regulatory compliance, and support strategic financial planning and reporting.
This is a pivotal role in a well-established, growing business with a friendly and collaborative team environment.
What will you be doing?
* Preparing and analysing monthly management accounts across multiple companies
* Managing bank reconciliations and posting all relevant entries in Sage for five companies
* Reconciling balance sheets, including intercompany transactions
* Preparing and submitting VAT returns for five companies
* Managing and reconciling staff expense claims
* Maintaining and updating company asset registers
* Preparing and posting accounting journals
* Supporting payroll processes and ensuring Pension Auto-Enrolment compliance for three companies
* Liaising with HMRC, Companies House, and the Office for National Statistics
* Generating ad hoc and regular financial reports for management
* Improving and maintaining internal financial systems and procedures
* Using Sage and Excel effectively for all financial operations
* Assisting in the management of company-owned properties
* Providing flexible and secretarial support to Directors and senior management for ad hoc requests
* Covering during staff holidays and supporting general office operations
What skills are we looking for?
* ACCA/ACA/CIMA qualified or part-qualified (minimum AAT Level 4 or equivalent)
* Strong working knowledge of Sage (or similar accounting systems) and Excel
* Experience with multi-company and intercompany accounting
* Proven ability to work independently, make sound decisions, and manage competing priorities
* Highly organised, proactive, and process-oriented
What’s on offer?
* 33 days’ holiday, including bank holidays
* Free on-site parking
* Long-term career development opportunities within a supportive, family-oriented business
* Employee discount
Location
Stafford (Onsite): Monday – Friday