Finance Manager

HB People Recruitment & HR Specialists; Greater Manchester; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist recruitment firm in Greater Manchester is seeking a Finance Manager to oversee finance operations and manage reporting. Ideal candidates will be CIMA/ACCA Finalists with strong finance experience, preferably in a stock-based industry. This role offers a competitive salary and the opportunity to shape the finance function as the business grows.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Opportunity to develop the finance function

Supportive working environment

Qualifications

• Strong all-round finance experience in a stock or parts-based industry.
• Confident working in an SME environment, proactive and versatile.
• Excellent attention to detail, organisational skills, and ability to meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day finance operations including purchase ledger and payroll.
• Manage month-end and year-end processes for financial reporting.
• Develop controls around stock and supplier management to improve efficiency.

Skills

Strong finance experience

Excel expertise

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Education

CIMA/ACCA Finalist

Tools

Sage accounting system

Job description

About the job Finance Manager

Job Title: Finance Manager - SME, Industrial, Hire Industry

Location: Trafford Park

Reports To: FD

Salary: £50,000-£60,0000

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day finance operations, including purchase ledger, sales ledger, payroll and cash flow management.
• Manage month-end and year-end processes, producing accurate management accounts and financial reports.
• Monitor stock levels, parts usage, and associated costs, ensuring accurate valuation and reporting.
• Develop controls around purchasing, stock, and supplier management to minimise waste and improve efficiency.
• Support budget preparation, forecasting, and variance analysis.
• Ensure compliance with statutory and tax obligations, including VAT returns.
• Manage relationships with auditors, banks, and other external partners.
• Provide financial insights to support decision-making at the senior level.
• Oversee and support any finance/administration team members.

About You

• CIMA/ACCA Finalist, with strong all‑round finance experience.
• Previous experience in a stock or parts‑based industry (e.g., engineering, automotive, construction, manufacturing, or similar) is highly desirable.
• An expert in Excel.
• Strong working knowledge of accounting systems Eg, Sage would be an advantage).
• Confident working in an SME environment hands‑on, proactive, and able to turn your hand to everything from detail‑level bookkeeping through to board‑level reporting.
• Excellent attention to detail, organisational skills, and ability to meet deadlines.
• Review and make decisions to make the department stronger
• Strong communication skills, able to liaise confidently across the business.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to shape and develop the finance function as the business grows.
• Supportive and collaborative working environment.