Finance Manager

Finance Manager. Permanent role. Full-time. Office-based. Sutton Coldfield. £40,000- £45,000

Your new company
Finance Manager / Company Accountant
Sutton Coldfield, (Office-Based)
£40,000 - £45,000 + Benefits
A well-established, family-run SME within the retail sector is looking to appoint a hands-on Finance Manager / Company Accountant to support its growing operations. Based in Erdington, this is a fantastic opportunity to join a stable, close-knit business where you can take real ownership of the day-to-day finance function.
Your new role
Reporting directly to the Finance Director, you will play a key role in managing the day-to-day finances of one arm of the business, allowing senior leadership to focus on strategic growth.This is a varied and practical role, ideal for someone who enjoys working in an SME environment and being involved across all aspects of finance.
Key Responsibilities

• Production of monthly management accounts with analysis
• Full responsibility for A-Z accounts
• VAT returns and HMRC compliance
• Overseeing day-to-day bookkeeping activities
• Managing sales and purchase ledger
• Processing payment runs and managing cash flow
• Bank reconciliations and balance sheet reconciliations
• Payroll processing (in-house)
• Supporting budgeting and forecasting
• Stock and inventory accounting
• Credit control and aged debt management
• Supporting year-end processes and liaising with external accountants
• Ensuring financial controls and processes are maintained and improved

What you'll need to succeed

• Experience in a similar Finance Manager / Company Accountant role
• Strong all-round accounting knowledge (AAT / part-qualified / QBE considered)
• Comfortable working in a hands-on SME environment
• Experience with VAT, payroll, and management accounts
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills
• Confident communicator who can work closely with senior stakeholders

What you'll get in return

• £40,000 - £45,000 depending on experience
• 23 days holiday + birthday + bank holidays
• Office-based role with potential for 1 day WFH after probation
• Varied role with real ownership and autonomy
• Supportive and friendly working environment
• If you're looking for a broad and impactful role within a growing SME, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today or contact us for more information.

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