Finance Manager

Finance ManagerLocation: Brentford, MiddlesexSalary: £50,000 - £55,000 per annumHours: 08:00 - 17:00, Monday to Friday (1-hour lunch break)Working Pattern: Fully office-based (No hybrid working)Reporting To: Finance Director The Opportunity Our client is seeking an ambitious and dynamic Finance Manager to join their finance team and support the Finance Director in driving strategic decision-making across the business. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated finance professional with strong leadership capabilities and a proactive, hands-on approach. You will take ownership of the day-to-day finance function, lead a team of five finance professionals, and play a key role in ensuring robust financial controls, accurate reporting, and efficient financial operations. This position would suit someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys leading teams, and is looking to develop their career within a growing and successful business. Key Responsibilities \n

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• Lead, mentor, and manage a team of five within the finance department.
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• Produce accurate and timely monthly management accounts.
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• Ensure all balance sheet reconciliations are completed monthly.
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• Work closely with the Finance Director on financial and regulatory reporting requirements.
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• Oversee weekly payroll processing and client invoicing to ensure strict deadlines are achieved.
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• Manage and approve weekly supplier payment runs.
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• Ensure VAT, PAYE, CIS, and Corporation Tax obligations are accurately prepared and submitted on time.
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• Manage all bank reconciliations across the business.
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• Oversee petty cash, company credit cards, and employee expenses.
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• Manage the company's invoice discounting facility.
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• Assist with cash flow forecasting and working capital management.
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• Support the annual budgeting and forecasting process.
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• Assist with month-end and year-end close procedures.
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• Support the Finance Director throughout the annual audit process.
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• Manage fixed asset accounting, including a fleet of company vehicles.
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• Maintain hire purchase schedules and record interest payments accurately.
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• Produce ad-hoc financial analysis and reporting for senior management.
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• Identify opportunities to improve business processes, financial controls, and operational efficiencies.
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Candidate Requirements \n

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• Minimum of 2 years' experience in a Finance Manager, Financial Controller, or similar role.
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• Previous experience managing and developing finance teams.
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• ACCA or CIMA part-qualified as a minimum (fully qualified candidates also welcome).
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• Strong technical accounting knowledge.
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• Excellent understanding of month-end and year-end accounting processes.
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• Strong Excel skills and confidence working with financial systems.
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• Experience with Sage 50 Cloud would be highly advantageous.
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• Degree educated (desirable).
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• Highly organised with excellent attention to detail.
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• Strong communication skills with the ability to work effectively with stakeholders across the business.
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• Positive, proactive, and solutions-focused attitude.
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What's on Offer \n

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• Salary of £50,000 - £55,000
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• A broad and commercially focused Finance Manager role
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• Direct exposure to senior leadership and strategic decision-making
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• Opportunity to lead and develop an established finance team
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• Stable, growing business environment
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• Full-time, permanent position
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• Fully office-based role with no hybrid working
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This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious finance professional looking to take the next step in their career and play a key role in the continued success of a growing business.