Finance Manager

Mecsia; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary up to £50k

Job summary

Mecsia, a leading national hard FM and specialist services group, is looking for a Finance Manager to lead a small finance team in its Birmingham-based environmental services arm. This hands-on role focuses on governance, reporting, and driving financial performance for a dynamic business.

You will prepare monthly management accounts, board packs, and maintain cashflow forecasting while ensuring HMRC compliance and audit readiness.

Qualifications

• Part-qualified ACA/ACCA/CIMA (or equivalent).
• Proven experience in senior finance roles (Management Accountant/Finance Manager/Head of Finance).
• Strong Excel skills and payroll experience (PAYE/NIC/CIS).
• Experience in a service-led business environment and Staff leadership.

Responsibilities

• Lead the finance function with governance and compliance.
• Provide commercial insight and strategic financial guidance to Directors.
• Drive budgeting and forecasting; support operational planning.
• Prepare monthly management accounts and board packs with commentary.
• Maintain rolling 13-week cashflow forecast and year-end statements.
• Oversee VAT returns and HMRC compliance; manage audits.

Skills

Excel

Payroll (PAYE/NIC/CIS)

Leadership/Line management

Communication

Financial governance

Education

ACCA/ACCA/CIMA (part-qualified)

Tools

Sage 50

Job description

Our client is part of Mecsia, a leading national hard FM and specialist services group backed by Synova. The role sits within one of its fast-growing environmental services businesses

The Finance Manager will play a pivotal role in shaping the financial direction of this Mecsia company. Leading a small but highly capable finance team, you will ensure strong financial controls, accurate reporting, and clear visibility of business performance.

This is a highly hands‑on position within a dynamic, fast‑paced environment, making it an excellent opportunity for an experienced Management Accountant who is eager to broaden their responsibilities, take on more ownership, and progress their career to the next level.

Key Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the finance function, ensuring strong governance and compliance.
• Provide commercial insight and strategic financial guidance to the Directors.
• Drive the budgeting and forecasting process, supporting operational and commercial planning.
• Identify opportunities to strengthen financial controls, improve processes, and enhance reporting.
• Produce accurate monthly management accounts.
• Prepare and present monthly board packs with clear analysis and commentary.
• Maintain and update the rolling 13-week cashflow forecast.
• Prepare year-end financial statements and manage audit requirements.
• Complete monthly balance sheet reconciliations and oversee all journal postings (accruals, prepayments, depreciation, etc.).
• Prepare and submit quarterly VAT returns and ensure all HMRC compliance.

• Cashflow & Treasury Management
• Oversee daily bank reconciliations and cash postings.
• Produce weekly cashflow and cash position reports for senior leadership.
• Maintain strong working capital practices across the business.

• Operational Finance Oversight
• Oversee purchase ledger, payments, and credit control functions.
• Ensure accurate asset nominal checks and maintain asset registers.
• Provide ad hoc financial reporting and analysis to support operational decision-making.
• Lead, mentor, and develop the finance team.
• Foster a collaborative, high-performance, and service-focused finance culture.

• Part-qualified or newly qualified ACA/ACCA/CIMA (or equivalent).
• Proven experience in a senior finance role such as Management Accountant, Finance Manager, Senior Accountant, or Head of Finance.
• Strong working knowledge of Sage 50.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Confident managing deadlines, prioritising tasks, and working independently.
• Exceptional attention to detail and strong analytical ability.
• Excellent communication skills and a collaborative approach.
• Prior experience within a finance team in a service-led business environment.
• Payroll experience, including PAYE/NIC/CIS and pension submissions.
• Previous line management or team leadership experience.
• Experience in Facilities Management, Building Maintenance, or similar operational sectors.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive Salary Package - up to 50K
• Be part of a growing, ambitious, and industry-leading service provider.
• Work closely with senior leadership and make a genuine impact on business direction.
• Join a supportive team with a strong culture of reliability, integrity, and problem-solving.
• Competitive package and opportunities for progression.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, colour, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability.