Finance Manager

Unity Resourcing Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-regarded financial services firm in Harrogate seeks an experienced Finance Manager to oversee all financial operations. Key responsibilities include managing accounting functions, preparing monthly reports, and ensuring compliance. The ideal candidate will have strong experience with Sage 50 Accounts and a proactive approach to responsibilities. This role offers a supportive environment and competitive salary.

Benefits

24 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays

Holiday buy back scheme

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Company socials

Supportive working environment

Qualifications

• Qualified or part-qualified Accountant or equivalent experience.
• Proven experience in finance or accounts management.
• Strong knowledge of Sage 50 Accounts and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of company accounting using Sage 50 Accounts.
• Oversee purchase and sales ledgers, petty cash and daily bank reconciliations.
• Prepare monthly management accounts and financial reports.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Proactive approach

Sage 50 Accounts

Excel

Education

Qualified or part-qualified Accountant (ACCA/CIMA/AAT)

Tools

Sage 50 Accounts

Job description

Finance Manager
Location: Harrogate
Salary: £36,000 + performance based bonus
Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday, 9:00am - 5:30pm with an hour for lunch
Benefits: 24 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays (increasing with length of service), holiday buy back scheme, Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), company socials, supportive and collaborative working environment

The Role

We are working with a highly regarded business in Harrogate who are looking for an experienced and detail-focused Finance Manager to oversee all aspects of their financial operations.

This is a hands‑on position responsible for maintaining financial accuracy, ensuring compliance and providing clear reporting to support strategic decision making. The role offers variety and autonomy, with involvement across day-to-day accounting, financial reporting and process improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of company accounting using Sage 50 Accounts
• Oversee purchase and sales ledgers, petty cash and daily bank reconciliations
• Administer supplier payments and customer receipts efficiently
• Prepare monthly management accounts and financial reports
• Complete VAT returns and manage payroll via Sage Pay (PAYE, pensions, HMRC updates)
• Lead month‑end and year‑end closing procedures including reconciliations
• Support budgeting and forecasting, analysing variances and advising on improvements
• Monitor aged debtors and implement effective credit control
• Oversee high‑volume client accounts
• Manage payments, deposits and reconciliation processes accurately
• Resolve internal and external financial queries promptly and professionally
• Produce accurate reports for senior leadership
• Support audits and liaise with external accountants as required

About You

• Qualified or part‑qualified Accountant (ACCA/CIMA/AAT) or equivalent experience
• Proven experience in finance or accounts management
• Strong knowledge of Sage 50 Accounts and Excel
• Excellent attention to detail, organisation and communication skills
• Proactive, hands‑on approach with the ability to manage multiple priorities

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Finance Manager who enjoys variety, autonomy and working in a supportive environment. You’ll play a key part in maintaining financial accuracy, improving processes and supporting the continued success of a well‑established business.

To apply submit your CV via the link or contact Beth at Unity Resourcing for more information.