Permanent Finance Manager, opportunity in West Yorkshire Hays Senior Finance is proud to partner with an established SME to appoint a Finance Manager on a permanent basis. The organisation is ideally situated and commutable from Wakefield, Batley, Dewsbury, Mirfield and surrounding areas. This is an exciting opportunity for a qualified finance professional to take ownership of the finance function, particularly management accounting and month-end processes. You'll also influence strategic decision‑making, and work closely with operational teams to drive performance and profitability. As a key member of the finance team, you’ll combine hands‑on financial management with proactive business partnering, turning data into insight and helping the organisation scale with confidence. Key Responsibilities Financial Leadership & Reporting Lead preparation of monthly management accounts, P&L, balance sheet and cash flow Provide insightful analysis, commentary, and recommendations to support decision‑making Oversee budgeting, forecasting and long‑term financial planning Maintain robust financial controls and audit‑ready documentation Business Partnering Support operational leaders with meaningful financial insight Conduct cost analysis, pricing reviews, margin analysis and scenario modelling Challenge assumptions and drive accountability for financial outcomes Collaborate with Sales, Manufacturing, Operations and Supply Chain teams Process & Systems Improvement Strengthen processes, controls and reporting efficiency Lead or support upgrades to ERP, finance systems or reporting tools Develop dashboards, KPIs and performance‑tracking metrics Operational Finance Manage cash flow, working capital and banking relationships Oversee payroll, supplier payments and credit control Ensure compliance with all statutory and HMRC requirements Co‑ordinate with year‑end accountants and auditors About You You will be a qualified finance professional, with post-qualification experience leading month-end processes, and experience in a business partnering function. Strong SME experience, in fast-paced commercial environments, such as manufacturing, engineering, distribution & logistics, or product‑based environments. UK finance experience is essential. You will also be fluent in written and verbal English, and a confident communicator who can simplify financial information for non-finance individuals. Hands‑on, proactive and commercially engaged Able to balance strategic thinking with operational delivery The right to work in the UK, without expiry or sponsorship. What’s on Offer Competitive salary, c£60k-£70k This is a full-time site-based opportunity. A collaborative leadership team An established finance team Free parking Real influence over financial strategy and operational performance Career development opportunities as the organisation grows How to Apply If you’re a driven finance professional ready to own the finance agenda within a growing SME, we’d love to hear from you. 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 you do not receive a response within 7 working days, please assume your application has been unsuccessful. 4768586