Finance Manager

Job Description

Job Type:n PermanentSalary:n £55,000-£60,000 per annumLocation:n Kingswinford/Dudley

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Your new company n Hays Senior Finance are supporting a highly successful, PE-backed organisation in the West Midlands with the recruitment of a Finance Manager on a permanent basis. This is a unique opportunity to become part of a fast-paced business that has experienced significant growth through acquisition and continues to invest heavily in its future.

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Your new role n Reporting directly into the CFO, you will take ownership of key day-to-day activities for the principal trading entity whilst managing a small operational finance team.

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• Lead the month-end process and financial reporting for the main trading entity and group holding companies

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• Manage and develop a team covering accounts payable, payroll, banking and finance administration

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• Support the acquisition process, including financial integration and completion of balance sheet reviews

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• Oversee VAT, corporation tax and PAYE compliance, working closely with external advisors

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• Manage year-end audit and statutory accounts preparation

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• Drive improvements to financial controls, processes and reporting

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• Develop meaningful KPIs and management information to support operational decision-making

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• Collaborate with stakeholders across the business to improve data quality and finance processes

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What you'll need to succeed

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• Qualified Accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA)

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• Strong month-end and operational finance experience, ideally gained in a growing or complex business

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• Technically sound with knowledge of tax, VAT, statutory accounts, consolidation and cash flow

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• High levels of accuracy, attention to detail and analytical capability

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• A proactive, hands-on approach with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment

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• Previous experience of managing and developing finance staff

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• Strong Excel skills and good working knowledge of ERP systems

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What you'll get in return n In return, you will receive a competitive salary of up to £60,000 per annum and the chance to join a high-growth business that is going through an exciting period of expansion and acquisition activity. There will be significant exposure to senior leadership as well as involvement in M&A activity and finance transformation projects. The role is office-based, so you'll be comfortable working in Kingswinford/Dudley 5 days a week.

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What you need to do now n If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.n 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.

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