Job Title: Finance Manager - SME, Industrial, Hire Industry - onsite
Location: Trafford Park
Reports To: FD
Salary: up to £60,0000
Key Responsibilities
* Oversee day-to-day finance operations, including purchase ledger, sales ledger, payroll and cash flow management.
* Manage month-end and year-end processes, producing accurate management accounts and financial reports.
* Monitor stock levels, parts usage, and associated costs, ensuring accurate valuation and reporting.
* Develop controls around purchasing, stock, and supplier management to minimise waste and improve efficiency.
* Support budget preparation, forecasting, and variance analysis.
* Ensure compliance with statutory and tax obligations, including VAT returns.
* Manage relationships with auditors, banks, and other external partners.
* Provide financial insights to support decision-making at the senior level.
* Oversee and support any finance/administration team members.
About You
* CIMA/ACCA Finalist, with strong all-round finance experience.
* Previous experience in a stock or parts-based industry (e.g., engineering, automotive, construction, manufacturing, or similar) is highly desirable.
* An expert in Excel.
* Strong working knowledge of accounting systems Eg, Sage would be an advantage).
* Confident working in an SME environment hands-on, proactive, and able to turn your hand to everything from detail-level bookkeeping through to board-level reporting.
* Excellent attention to detail, organisational skills, and ability to meet deadlines.
* Review and make decisions to make the department stronger
* Strong communication skills, able to liaise confidently across the business.
What We Offer
* Competitive salary and benefits package.
* Opportunity to shape and develop the finance function as the business grows.
* Supportive and collaborative working environment.