Finance Manager

Good Growth; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking a Finance Manager to lead finance operations and enhance processes within a dynamic environment. This role offers the chance to shape the finance function in-house, ensuring efficient operations from bookkeeping to reconciled management accounts. You will be responsible for key financial tasks, including cash flow reporting and VAT returns, while also collaborating with cross-functional teams to optimize systems for scaling. With a focus on flexibility and growth, this position promises a rewarding experience in a fast-paced setting. If you are passionate about finance and ready to make a significant impact, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Flexible Working

Company Wide Bonus Scheme

28 days annual leave (plus bank holidays)

Learning and Development Allowance

Regular Team events and Socials

Qualifications

• Qualified accountant with practice background and all-round experience.
• Xero expert with strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee finance operations including AP/AR, invoicing, and cash management.
• Collaborate on system improvements and support business growth.

Skills

Accounting

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA or equivalent)

Tools

Xero

Fathom

Cledara

Dext

Job description

Salary: up to £50,000 d.o.e.

Location: Remote/ Hybrid (Birmingham, UK)

Hours: Full time, but we’re happy to consider part time for the right candidate

Who are Good Growth?

Good Growth’s primary mission is to enable large businesses and organisations to innovate online, without letting their legacy tech stacks slow them down. Many of the websites you see – some of which might belong to your favourite retailers – are often over a decade old, relying on older systems and legacy technology to continue running.

Whereas a lot of companies will see this as a barrier, Good Growth sees Legacy Tech as an asset. We enable businesses to innovate at breakneck speeds, with lower risk and time costs. We drive change and create value in areas that previously seemed unworkable. You can find out more about us and the clients we have worked with at https://goodgrowth.co.uk/

The role:

Our Finance Manager role will oversee our finance operations, including AP/AR, invoicing, month-end close and cash management. They will work closely with our Finance Business Partner and other key stakeholders to ensure efficient processes and collaborate on system improvements to support business growth.

You will have the opportunity to in-house the Finance function, and scope what good looks like.

Key Accountabilities:

1. Full responsibility for the end-to-end finance operations from bookkeeping to reconciled Management Accounts.
2. Take ownership of day-to-day financial operations (AP/AR/Treasury), ensuring smooth processes and accurate reporting.
3. Raise Customer invoicing with the support of the Finance Business Partner.
4. Establish a robust Manage AR and credit control process, with a focus on cash maximisation and client satisfaction.
5. Overhaul and run the AP process to ensure efficiency, simplicity and accuracy, processing supplier invoices, managing payment runs, and using tooling where appropriate to automate.
6. Own the month end close process, resulting in accurate accounts and timely reporting.
7. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimise financial systems and support business scaling.
8. Get involved in process improvement initiatives, ensuring the finance function is ready for the next stage of growth.
9. Prepare and submit VAT returns.
10. Cashflow reporting.
11. Regular reporting for banking and investor purposes.
12. Play a key role in supporting the company’s reporting requirements for its investors and stakeholders.
13. Work with external accountants on Statutory accounts, path to audit and more complex matters.
14. Bank, balance sheet and customer/supplier reconciliations.
15. Adhoc work when required.

What we offer:

• Flexible Working
• Company Wide Bonus Scheme
• 28 days annual leave (plus bank holidays)
• Learning and Development Allowance
• Regular Team events and Socials, including our Annual 2 day Conference

Minimum Requirements:

1. Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or equivalent)
2. Practice background, with all round experience.
3. Strong allrounder who enjoys getting their hands dirty and truly enjoys accounting and a neat and tidy balance sheet!
4. Xero Expert, with knowledge of Fathom, Cledara and Dext.
5. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to remain calm, successfully influence and collaborate across teams.
6. A strong foundation in the financial fundamentals, with a proactive approach to problem-solving.
7. Recent industry experience (experience in a scaling tech business would be a plus).
8. Comfortable working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and willing to roll up your sleeves when needed.