£55k
Stevenage
Full-time, Permanent
We are working with a growing manufacturing-led business to recruit a Finance Manager for a pivotal, hands-on role within the organisation.
The Role
This position sits at the heart of the finance function and works closely with the Managing Director, playing a key role in supporting operational and strategic decision-making across the business, including the manufacturing sites. The Finance Manager will oversee end-to-end finance operations, ensure timely and accurate reporting, and support the continued growth of the business. The role also includes process improvement, commercial analysis, and ad-hoc project work as required.
Key responsibilities include:
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Managing the small AP function, including processing of stock invoices
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Payment runs and bank reconciliations
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Ensuring accuracy of sales invoice postings between transactional systems and Xero
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Credit control and maintaining accounts for two legal entities
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VAT preparation and filings
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Overseeing payroll bureau outputs and HMRC reporting
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Month-end accruals, prepayments, intercompany journals, and full balance sheet reconciliations
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Stock control and working capital recommendations
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Monthly management accounts, margin analysis, profitability reviews, cash flow forecasting, budgeting, and forecasting
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Building and maintaining relationships with external accountants and banks
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Insurance renewals and project support
About You
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Part-qualified or qualified accountant (CIMA / ACCA)
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Hands-on, detail-oriented, and proactive approach
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Strong financial and commercial acumen
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Experience with stock movements and control, and foreign currency translation
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Previous supervisory experience desirable
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Excellent verbal and written communication, influencing, and interpersonal skills
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Advanced Excel and Xero experience
The Offer
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Salary of £55k
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Location: Stevenage
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Key, highly visible role in a growing business
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Opportunity to shape processes, add commercial value, and influence business decisions
Apply
Apply now if you are a motivated, detail-focused finance professional with strong technical and commercial skills, looking to take ownership of a broad and dynamic finance role within a growing manufacturing-led business.