Accounts And Finance Manager

Paul Mitchell Associates; Leicester Forest East; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A finance recruitment firm in Leicester is seeking a Finance Manager to oversee the financial health of three businesses. You will manage payroll processes, financial reporting, and cash flow management while collaborating closely with senior management. The ideal candidate will have AAT Level 4 or equivalent experience and proficiency in Excel. This role offers a competitive salary and a hybrid work arrangement, allowing for work-life balance.

Benefits

28 days holiday + bank holidays

Hybrid working

On-site parking

Career growth opportunities

Qualifications

• AAT Level 4 qualified or equivalent experience.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.
• Experience in financial reporting, payroll, VAT, and cash flow management.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and submit quarterly management accounts and VAT returns.
• Manage payroll processes and employee expenses.
• Handle financial reporting and cash flow management.

Skills

Financial reporting

Payroll management

VAT knowledge

Cash flow management

Excel proficiency

Problem-solving

Education

AAT Level 4 or equivalent experience

Tools

Excel

Open Accounts/Xero

Job description

FINANCE MANAGER

Leicester | £40,000 - £45,000 | Hybrid (4 office / 1 home) | Full-Time

Are you a finance professional looking for a role where you can truly make an impact?

If you're ready to take ownership of financial operations, streamline processes, and provide valuable insights to senior management, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

Your role

As Finance Manager, you'll oversee the financial health of three business, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and efficiency across all accounting functions.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Preparing and submitting quarterly management accounts and VAT returns.
• Managing payroll processes, pension contributions, and employee expenses.
• Handling financial reporting, cash flow management, and cost control.
• Overseeing purchase and sales ledgers, bank reconciliations, and supplier payments, (2 staff)
• Collaborating with external accountants on year-end reporting.
• Providing HR support for contracts, holiday pay, and other employee matters.

Why you’ll love it here

Competitive salary - £35,000 - £45,000 based on experience.

Great work-life balance - 28 days holiday + bank holidays.

Hybrid working - 4 days in the office, 1 from home.

On-site parking - no more stressful morning searches!

Career growth - work closely with senior management and develop leadership skills.

Autonomy & impact - take ownership of financial processes and drive improvements.

What we’re looking for

• AAT Level 4 qualified (or has equivalent experience).
• Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and problem-solve.
• Experience in financial reporting, payroll, VAT, and cash flow management.
• Confident using Excel and accounts software (Open Accounts / Xero knowledge is a plus).
• Experience liaising with senior management and external accountants.
• Brings a proactive, structured, and detail-oriented approach to finance.

If you're looking for a role where you can make a real difference, drive efficiencies, and grow your career, APPLY NOW!