Shirley, Solihull (Office Based)
£45,000 per annum
Monday to Friday, 9:00am – 5:00pm
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Finance Manager to join a well-established and growing organisation based in Shirley, Solihull. This is a hands-on leadership role, ideal for a qualified finance professional who enjoys managing a busy finance function while developing and supporting a small office-based team.
The successful candidate will play a key role in maintaining robust financial controls, improving processes, and supporting the continued growth of the business.
Key Responsibilities
* Oversee the day-to-day operations of the finance department.
* Process and reconcile daily bank transactions, including maintaining invoice discounting schedules.
* Produce weekly and monthly sales invoices using Sage 50 and a workforce management system.
* Manage the purchase ledger and ensure accurate daily processing.
* Oversee credit control activities to support healthy cash flow.
* Complete monthly payroll reconciliations.
* Lead, mentor and develop junior members of the finance team.
* Build and maintain effective working relationships across the business.
* Prepare and coordinate financial information for external auditors.
* Monitor and improve cash flow management.
* Assist with the preparation of annual financial statements.
* Identify opportunities to improve financial processes and controls.
You will be a proactive and commercially minded finance professional with excellent leadership and communication skills. You will be confident managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment and enjoy driving continuous improvement.
Essential Skills & Experience
* Qualified Accountant (ACCA or equivalent).
* Previous experience with invoice discounting is essential.
* Strong working knowledge of Sage 50.
* Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
* Experience working within a busy, growing organisation.
* Demonstrable experience implementing and maintaining effective financial controls.
* Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
* Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.
* A positive, hands-on approach and the ability to lead by example.
What's on Offer
* Salary of £45,000 per annum.
* 21 days annual leave plus UK Bank Holidays, increasing by one day per year of service up to 25 days.
* Company-funded gym membership following successful completion of probation.
* Contributory pension scheme.
* Free on-site parking.
* Access to electric vehicle charging facilities.
* The opportunity to join a growing business where you can make a genuine impact and develop your career.
GMP Employment Agency Ltd are recruiting for this role on behalf of their client and are acting as an employment agency
Salary description
£45000.00 - £45000.00 per year