Autonomous Finance Manager – Sage 50 Expert

i2i Recruitment Consultancy; Westbury-on-Severn; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment consultancy is seeking a lead finance professional for a full-time, permanent role in Westbury-on-Severn. The ideal candidate will take ownership of the accounting function, manage financial reporting, and work with Sage 50. Responsibilities include overseeing ledgers, managing transactions, and liaising with external auditors. This is an opportunity for a motivated individual who enjoys autonomy and improvement processes in a thriving family business.

Qualifications

• Must have strong accounting experience and AAT qualification.
• Experience with Sage 50 accounting software is crucial.
• Ability to handle month-end processes and produce financial reports.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full accounting function using Sage 50 Accounts Professional.
• Oversee purchase ledger, sales ledger, and credit control.
• Handle day-to-day transactions and resolve complex queries.
• Prepare month-end journals and financial reports.

Skills

AAT qualification or equivalent experience

Experience using accountancy software (Sage 50 ideal)

Excellent organisational skills

Confident managing month-end processes

Strong understanding of double-entry

Able to produce accurate financial reports independently

Tools

Sage 50

Pegasus Opera 3

Job description

A leading recruitment consultancy is seeking a lead finance professional for a full-time, permanent role in Westbury-on-Severn. The ideal candidate will take ownership of the accounting function, manage financial reporting, and work with Sage 50. Responsibilities include overseeing ledgers, managing transactions, and liaising with external auditors. This is an opportunity for a motivated individual who enjoys autonomy and improvement processes in a thriving family business.