Finance Manager

Artis Recruitment; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist recruitment firm is seeking a detail-oriented Finance Manager to manage day-to-day finance operations. You will oversee the purchase ledger process and support wider finance responsibilities. The ideal candidate has strong purchase ledger experience and is AAT qualified or part-qualified ACCA/CIMA. This role demands excellent organizational skills and proficiency in finance/accounting systems.

Qualifications

• Strong purchase ledger experience; broader exposure across finance preferred.
• Ability to work independently, take initiative, and manage competing deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full purchase ledger process.
• Assist with month-end and year-end close processes.
• Support the preparation of management accounts.

Skills

Purchase ledger management

Attention to detail

Proficiency in Excel

Organizational skills

Independence

Education

AAT qualified or part-qualified ACCA/CIMA

Tools

Finance/accounting systems

Job description

Overview

We are looking for a detail-oriented Finance Manager to take ownership of our day to day finance operations. This is a hands-on role with a strong focus on purchase ledger management, while also supporting wider finance responsibilities to ensure the function runs smoothly.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full purchase ledger process, including invoice processing, supplier statement reconciliations, payment runs, and handling supplier queries, while ensuring that financial records are accurate and up to date.
• Assist with month-end and year-end close processes, including accruals, prepayments, and journals.
• Support the preparation of management accounts and reporting packs.
• Contribute to cash flow management, budgeting, and variance analysis.
• Liaise with suppliers, auditors, and internal stakeholders as required.
• Identify opportunities to improve processes and strengthen controls across the finance function.

Qualifications

• Strong purchase ledger experience; broader exposure across finance preferred.
• AAT qualified or part-qualified ACCA/CIMA (or equivalent), or qualified by experience.
• Excellent organisational skills, attention to detail, and proficiency in Excel and finance/accounting systems.
• Ability to work independently, take initiative, and manage competing deadlines.

About us

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