Assistant/ Finance Manager Your new company Job Title: Assistant Finance Manager Location: Thame (On-site, 5 days/week)Salary: Up to £50,000 per annum About the RoleWe are seeking a proactive and hands-on Assistant Finance Manager to join our growing business in Thame. This is a key role within a small, stable finance team, offering excellent exposure across all areas of finance and succession planning opportunities. You’ll be instrumental in strengthening the department’s analytical and reporting capabilities while ensuring smooth day-to-day operations. Key Responsibilities Payroll Management: Full ownership of payroll processing using SAGE Payroll Ensure compliance and accuracy across monthly payroll cycles Month-End Routine: Assist with month-end close, journals, reconciliations, and reporting Support budgeting and forecasting processes Banking & Payments: Manage bank payments and reconciliations Oversee cash flow and ensure timely supplier payments Credit Control: Take charge of credit control processes Improve debtor management and reduce aged debt Reporting & Analysis: Prepare financial reports and dashboards for management Support budgeting and variance analysis Systems & Processes: Use SAGE for accounting and payroll Learn and support supply chain finance processes (not difficult to learn) Candidate Profile Qualifications: Minimum AAT qualified QBE (Qualified by Experience) candidates will only be considered with strong payroll and month-end experience. Experience: Proven experience in payroll, credit control, and month-end routines Strong working knowledge of SAGE Experience in a growing business environment preferred Skills & Attributes: Hands-on and detail-oriented Friendly and collaborative team player Comfortable working in a business without a separate HR function Strong communication and interpersonal skills Why Join Us? Be part of a friendly, stable team with a supportive culture Opportunity to beef up the finance department and make a real impact Early finish on Fridays Succession planning and career development opportunities On-site role with potential for hybrid flexibility If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. 4715684