Finance Manager - #2168646

Finance Manager

M17, Manchester | £55,000–£60,000 | Permanent, Full-Time

Are you an experienced Finance Manager who enjoys being hands-on,
taking ownership and overseeing the full finance function within
a busy industrial environment?

We are recruiting for an established industrial business in the
M17 area of Manchester, seeking a proactive and commercially
aware Finance Manager to lead its finance function and ensure the
smooth running of all financial operations.

This is a varied, hands-on role offering the opportunity to take
responsibility for everything from management accounts and cash
flow to weekly payroll, statutory compliance and year-end
preparation.

The business has a down-to-earth working environment and is
looking for someone organised, detail-focused and confident
managing a team, who can hit the ground running and support a
smooth handover.

The Role

Reporting into the senior management team, you will take
ownership of the day-to-day finance function, maintaining
effective processes, controls and procedures across the business.

Key responsibilities will include:

* Leading and managing the finance function, ensuring accurate
and timely financial information.
* Preparing monthly management accounts and supporting year-end
accounts.
* Managing cash flow and monitoring the financial position of the
business.
* Overseeing the purchase ledger, sales ledger, journals,
accruals and general ledger activity.
* Taking full responsibility for the weekly payroll for
approximately 70 employees.
* Calculating payroll, PAYE, National Insurance contributions and
attachment of earnings.
* Managing HMRC enquiries and ensuring payroll and tax
compliance.
* Preparing and submitting VAT and tax returns.
* Coordinating audit preparation and liaising with external
accountants.
* Managing utility contracts and costs across multiple sites.
* Maintaining robust financial controls, processes and
procedures.
* Leading and supporting the finance team to ensure an efficient
and accurate service.

About You

We are looking for a confident, hands-on finance professional who
enjoys variety and is comfortable taking responsibility for the
full finance function.

Ideally, you will have:

* Proven experience in a Finance Manager or similar senior
finance role.
* A broad finance background covering management accounts,
ledgers, payroll and financial reporting.
* Experience within a manufacturing, packaging, industrial or
similar operational environment.
* Strong knowledge of payroll processing, PAYE, National
Insurance, attachment of earnings and HMRC requirements.
* Experience with VAT returns, tax compliance and audit
preparation.
* The ability to manage cash flow, journals, accruals and
year-end processes.
* Experience using Sage 50 Accounts.
* Strong Microsoft Excel skills, including working with
timesheets and payroll hours.
* Experience managing or supervising a team.
* Excellent organisational skills, accuracy and attention to
detail.
* A proactive approach, with the ability to work independently
and take pride in delivering high-quality work.

You will be someone who is comfortable rolling up your sleeves,
managing competing priorities and ensuring everything runs
smoothly.

What's on Offer?

* Salary: £55,000–£60,000, depending on experience.
* Permanent, full-time position.
* Monday to Friday, 8:30am–4:30pm, with flexibility to start and
finish earlier by agreement.
* 20 days' annual leave plus bank holidays, with three days
reserved for the Christmas shutdown.
* Company pension.
* Free on-site parking.
* Kitchen facilities.
* Casual dress.
* A friendly, down-to-earth working environment.
* The opportunity to take ownership of a varied finance role
within an established industrial business.

Location: M17, Manchester

Working arrangement: Fully on-site

Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:30am–4:30pm, with some flexibility

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Interested?

If you're an experienced Finance Manager looking for a varied,
hands-on role where you can make a real difference, we'd love to
hear from you.

Candidates with a shorter notice period are particularly
encouraged to apply, as the business is keen to arrange a
handover with the current postholder.

For a confidential discussion, contact Adele Harper at Kingdom
People on .