Finance Team leader or Manager

Job Title: Finance Manager

Location: Birmingham or Hereford (2 days in the office per week)

Working Hours: Monday to Friday

Contract Type: Permanent

Role Overview:

We are looking for an experienced finance professional to lead our Accounting, Tax, and Treasury functions across UK operations. This is a key leadership role that involves managing a small team, ensuring compliance, and supporting business growth through strong financial governance. The ideal candidate will be someone looking to step up into a Financial Controller role.

Key Responsibilities:

• Financial Accounting & Reporting:
• Prepare and submit monthly financial reports for UK entities in line with IFRS.
• Review general ledger entries and reconciliations.
• Support financial analysis against budgets and forecasts.
• Liaise with the Financial Shared Service Centre for sub-ledger activities.
• Balance sheet reconciliations and control.
• Provide technical accounting guidance and ensure process consistency.

Statutory & Audit:

• Lead the preparation of annual statutory accounts.
• Act as the main contact for external auditors.
• Implement updates related to accounting, tax, and company law.

Treasury Management:

• Oversee liquidity planning and operational banking.
• Coordinate with Group Treasury and corporate banking partners.
• Manage intercompany funding and hedging activities.
• Report liquidity positions and ensure cash flow alignment.

Tax Compliance:

• Ensure timely reporting and filing of all business taxes.
• Work with HMRC, external tax advisors, and Group Tax on queries and planning.
• Identify potential tax risks and opportunities.

Team Leadership:

• Lead and develop a small team across accounting, tax, and treasury.
• Coach and support professional development of team members.
• Act as a deputy for senior finance leadership when required.

Required Qualifications & Skills:

Professional Qualification: ACA, ACCA, or CIMA qualified

Experience: Strong background in both practice and corporate finance

Leadership: Proven experience in managing finance teams

Systems: SAP experience is an advantage

IT Skills: Proficient in Microsoft Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, and Word

Randstad Financial & Professional encourage applications from individuals of all ages & backgrounds. Appointment will be made on merit alone but candidates must be able to demonstrate their ability to work in the UK. Randstad Financial & Professional acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment & an employment business for temporary recruitment as defined by the Conduct of Employment Agencies & Employment Business Regulations 2003

skills

treasury operations

qualifications

acca - 1st time passes

education

university