1. Stable business and welcoming team
2. Perfect opportunity for someone looking for a long term role
About Our Client
A well-established business in the retail industry, this organisation is known for its consistent quality and commitment to excellence. As a medium-sized company, they offer a collaborative and professional work environment, with a focus on delivering exceptional service and results.
Job Description
A long-established manufacturing business in Crosby is seeking a senior finance professional to take ownership of the day‑to‑day finance function and act as the main on‑site point of contact for all finance activity. You will be supported by an external accountancy firm for year‑end and payroll, allowing you to focus on smooth, consistent financial operations throughout the year.You'll oversee the finance function end-to-end, ensuring accurate records, well‑maintained controls and timely reporting to the directors.Key responsibilities include:
3. Managing daily finance activity using Sage 200
4. Overseeing sales and purchase ledger processes
5. Managing supplier payments and supporting cashflow
6. Completing bank reconciliations and maintaining control accounts
7. Preparing and submitting VAT returns
8. Producing monthly management information and financial reports
9. Supporting budgeting and basic forecasting
10. Coordinating with external accountants on year‑end preparation
11. Maintaining strong financial controls and documentation
12. Assisting with import/export documentation and duty deferment admin
13. Acting as the senior on‑site finance contact for suppliers, customers and advisers
14. Providing occasional support to the wider office team
The Successful Applicant
This role suits an experienced accounts professional - AAT, part-qualified or qualified by experience - who is comfortable operating as the senior finance person within an SME. You'll be organised, accurate, reliable and confident working closely with directors, external accountants and long-standing colleagues. A commitment to a fully on‑site role in Crosby is essential.
What's on Offer
15. Salary: £38,000 - £42,000 depending on experience
16. Permanent, full‑time role with long-term stability
17. A trusted position with ownership and autonomy
18. Support from external accountants for statutory accounts and payroll
19. A place in a close‑knit, established team where people stay for the long haul