Finance Manager

Paul Mitchell Associates; East Midlands, Leicester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a thriving SME as a Finance Manager and take ownership of a standalone finance function. In this varied role, you will manage day-to-day accounting processes, produce accurate financial reports, and ensure compliance with regulations. Your financial insights will directly influence business decisions, providing you with a chance to shape the future of the company. With development opportunities and a supportive team culture, this is an exciting chance for someone looking to grow into a senior leadership role.

Benefits

Annual performance bonus

20 days holiday + bank holidays

34-hour working week

Free on-site parking

Staff socials

Nest Pension

Qualifications

• Solid experience using Sage is essential.
• Strong attention to detail and clear communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage bookkeeping, invoicing, reconciliations, and AP/AR.
• Prepare monthly accounts, performance analysis, and financial forecasting.

Skills

Sage

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Understanding of UK tax and VAT regulations

Organizational skills

Job description

FINANCE MANAGER

Enderby, Leicester | A£30,000-A£35,000 + Performance Bonus | Full-time, Permanent

Looking to step up and take ownership of a standalone finance function? Join a thriving SME where your impact will be seen and your ideas truly valued.

YOUR ROLE:

As Finance Manager, you'll take the lead on all things finance in this established export business. Reporting directly to senior management, you'll manage the day-to-day accounting processes, produce accurate financial reports, and ensure compliance with relevant regulations.

Your responsibilities will include:

1. Managing bookkeeping, invoicing, reconciliations, and AP/AR.
2. Preparing monthly accounts, performance analysis, and financial forecasting.
3. Handling VAT returns and keeping the business audit-ready.
4. Supporting operational decisions by identifying cost-saving opportunities.
5. Overseeing relationships with external accountants and suppliers.

WHY YOU'LL LOVE IT HERE:

• Varied and autonomous role - your chance to run the finance function and help shape the future of a growing SME.
• Real impact - your financial insight will directly influence business decisions.
• Development opportunities - ideal for someone ready to grow into a senior leadership role.

Benefits include:

• Competitive salary of A£30,000-A£35,000
• Annual performance bonus
• 20 days holiday + bank holidays
• Friendly hours: 34-hour working week (Mon-Thurs 9-5, Fri 9-4)
• Free on-site parking
• Staff socials & supportive team culture
• Nest Pension

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR:

• Solid experience using Sage (essential)
• Strong attention to detail and clear communication skills
• A good understanding of UK tax and VAT regulations
• Experience in export/import environments (desirable)
• Proactive, organized, and able to work independently

Ready to take the lead in a role that offers challenge, variety, and progression? Apply Now.