Finance Manager

The Opportunity:

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a qualified Finance Manager to join a growing North East-based services business operating across multiple entities. Following a recent restructure, this newly created role offers significant responsibility, visibility and autonomy, combining operational finance leadership, statutory compliance and systems improvement within a business investing in future growth and efficiency.

Main Duties/Responsibilities:

• Lead and develop the transactional finance team
• Oversee sales ledger, purchase ledger and payroll activities
• Ensure timely completion of VAT, CIS and other statutory obligations
• Support and co-ordinate external audits across multiple entities
• Drive continuous improvement across finance processes and controls
• Act as finance lead for ERP and systems-related initiatives
• Support automation and technology-led efficiency improvements
• Assist with financial due diligence and acquisition integration activity
• Partner with operational stakeholders across the wider business

You Will Be/Have:

• Qualified ACA, ACCA or CIMA accountant
• Strong technical accounting and compliance knowledge
• Previous experience managing or mentoring finance staff
• Exposure to audit, VAT and statutory reporting requirements
• Systems-savvy with a process improvement mindset
• Commercially aware and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment
• A hands-on, collaborative and pragmatic approach
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills

Benefits:

• Salary c. £60,000 + benefits
• Private healthcare
• Genuine opportunity for progression and professional development
• Exposure to business growth and future acquisition activity