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Finance Manager

Job Posted: 21 hours ago

Salary: £ 40,000 - 50,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Birmingham, West Midlands

Expire in: a month

Job Description

Your new company 
Finance Manager / Company Accountant
Sutton Coldfield (Office-Based) £40,000 - £48,000 + Benefits
Join a Growing, Family-Owned Business Where You Can Make a Real Impact
Are you a hands-on finance professional looking for a role where you can genuinely take ownership and influence the direction of a business?
A successful and long-established family-owned retail business based in Sutton Coldfield is seeking an experienced Finance Manager / Company Accountant to become a key member of its finance team. Reporting directly to the Finance Director, you'll play an integral role in managing the day-to-day financial operations and supporting the continued growth of the business.
This is the ideal opportunity for someone who enjoys variety, autonomy, and working closely with leadership in a fast-paced SME environment.
Your new role 
As Finance Manager, you will take responsibility for the smooth running of the finance function, ensuring accurate reporting, strong financial controls, and effective cash management.
Key responsibilities will include:

Producing monthly management accounts with commentary and analysis
Managing the month-end process including journals, accruals and prepayments
Overseeing sales ledger, purchase ledger and credit control activities
Preparing VAT returns and ensuring HMRC compliance
Managing cash flow and supporting business forecasting
Performing bank and balance sheet reconciliations
Processing payroll and associated reporting
Managing stock and inventory accounting
Supporting budgeting and business planning activities
Liaising with external accountants and auditors
Reviewing and improving financial processes and controls
Providing financial insight and support to senior managementWhat you'll need to succeed 
We're keen to speak with experienced finance professionals who enjoy being involved in both the operational and strategic aspects of finance.
You will ideally have:

Previous experience as a Finance Manager, Company Accountant, Senior Management Accountant or Financial Controller within an SME environment
Strong management accounts experience
Knowledge of payroll, VAT, cashflow management and month-end reporting
Experience working within stock-led, retail, manufacturing or distribution environments
A proactive and hands-on approach
Excellent communication skills and the ability to work closely with senior stakeholders
AAT qualified, part-qualified, qualified by experience (QBE) or qualified accountant backgrounds will all be consideredWhat you'll get in return 

Salary up to £48,000
23 days holiday plus bank holidays and your birthday off
Potential for 1 day working from home following probation
Long-term career opportunity within a stable and growing business
Supportive leadership team and collaborative working environment
Opportunity to make a visible impact in a well-established SMEIf you're looking for a role where you can take ownership, work closely with decision-makers, and become a trusted part of a successful local business, we'd love to hear from you.
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