Trafford Park | £55,000–£60,000 | Permanent, Full-Time
Are you an experienced Finance Manager looking for a hands-on senior role where you can take ownership of the finance function and work closely with company directors?
We are recruiting on behalf of a well-established, family-run business operating across six sites in Trafford Park. The company is looking for an experienced Finance Manager to lead its finance function, oversee financial compliance and take responsibility for payroll across the business.
This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially minded finance professional who enjoys combining financial leadership with day-to-day operational involvement.
The Role
Reporting directly to the Directors and based at Head Office, you will take responsibility for the effective running of the finance function, ensuring accurate financial reporting, robust controls and full compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements.
Key responsibilities include:
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Taking overall responsibility for financial compliance, reporting and statutory returns, including tax, VAT and pensions.
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Preparing and presenting accurate monthly management accounts and financial reports.
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Producing monthly cash flow forecasts and monitoring cash flow and working capital.
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Leading and developing the finance team, maintaining effective financial processes, controls and procedures.
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Taking responsibility for the accurate and timely production of weekly payroll.
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Managing payroll compliance, including PAYE, National Insurance and pension contributions.
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Reviewing and managing utility contracts across all company sites.
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Coordinating year-end processes and preparing for annual audits.
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Managing relationships with external accountants, auditors and professional advisers.
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Working closely with the Directors to provide financial insight and support sound commercial decision-making.
About You
We are looking for a confident and capable finance professional who can take ownership of the function and provide reliable financial information to support the wider business.
You will ideally have:
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A recognised finance qualification or be qualified by experience.
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Proven experience in a senior finance position, managing a finance function.
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Strong experience preparing management accounts, cash flow forecasts and year-end financial information.
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A sound understanding of financial controls, VAT, payroll, PAYE, National Insurance, pensions and statutory compliance.
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Experience leading or supervising a finance team.
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Experience working with company directors and external financial advisers.
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Strong commercial awareness, analytical skills and attention to detail.
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Excellent communication, organisational and people management skills.
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Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
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Experience using Sage 50 Accounts.
What's on Offer?
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Salary of £55,000–£60,000, depending on experience.
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Permanent, full-time employment.
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Monday to Friday, 8:30am–4:30pm.
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Company bonus scheme.
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Company pension.
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Free on-site parking.
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Casual dress.
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A senior role within an established, family-run business.
Location: Trafford Park, Manchester
Working arrangement: Fully on-site
Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:30am–4:30pm
Interested?
If you are an experienced Finance Manager ready to take the next step in your career, we would love to hear from you.
Apply today or contact Adele Harper at Kingdom People on (phone number removed) for a confidential discussion.
A great opportunity for a hands-on Finance Manager to make a real impact within an established, multi-site business
Salary description
£55000.00 - £60000.00 per year