Finance Manager

SF Partners; Hinckley and Bosworth; Hybrid; GBP 39,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement (2 days home)

Job summary

SF Recruitment is actively seeking a Finance & Office Manager for our client in Hinckley, Leicestershire. The role combines finance leadership with office administration, offering ownership of day-to-day financial activities while supporting HR, payroll and facilities.

The ideal candidate will have solid experience in finance management, strong month-end skills, and familiarity with ERP systems (Sage X3 a plus). This is a full-time, hybrid role with two days of home working.

Qualifications

• Experience in a Finance Manager or Office Manager role, or similar finance role.
• Ideally AAT Level 3/4 or equivalent experience (QBE).
• Strong management accounting and credit control experience.
• Good month-end, year-end and audit prep knowledge.
• Experience with ERP systems; Sage X3 advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day bookkeeping, bank reconciliations and month-end processes.
• Prepare monthly management accounts and financial reports.
• Oversee sales ledger, credit control and debt collection.
• Monitor customer credit limits and account holds.
• Produce financial analysis including stock valuations and margins.
• Prepare year-end audit information and liaise with auditors.
• Support HR administration including onboarding and benefits.
• Coordinate payroll information with external provider.
• Oversee office administration, facilities and supplies.
• Assist senior management with operational activities and employee engagement.

Skills

Organisational skills

Independent worker

Proactive approach

Education

AAT Level 3/4

QBE (Qualified by Experience)

Tools

ERP systems

Sage X3

Job description

Finance & Office Manager

Study up to £43,000

2 days working from home

Location: Hinckley, Leicestershire

Hours: Full-time

SF Recruitment are currently recruiting for a Finance & Office Manager to join a growing business based in Hinckley. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced finance professional who enjoys a varied, hands‑on role and is looking to take ownership of both finance and office operations.

Working closely with senior management, you will play a key role in overseeing the day‑to‑day financial activities of the business, whilst supporting HR, payroll and general office management.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing day‑to‑day bookkeeping, bank reconciliations and month‑end processes.
• Preparing monthly management accounts and financial reports.
• Taking ownership of the sales ledger, credit control and debt collection.
• Monitoring customer credit limits, exposure and account holds.
• Producing financial analysis, including stock valuations, margin analysis and cost control.
• Preparing year‑end audit information and liaising with external auditors.
• Supporting HR administration, including onboarding, employee benefits and absence management.
• Coordinating payroll information with an external payroll provider.
• Overseeing general office administration, facilities and supplies.
• Supporting senior management with operational activities and employee engagement initiatives.

About You

• Previous experience in a similar Finance Manager, Office Manager or all‑round finance role.
• Ideally AAT Level 3/4 qualified or qualified by experience (QBE).
• Strong management accounting and credit control experience.
• Good understanding of month‑end, year‑end and audit preparation.
• Experience working with ERP systems is essential, with Sage X3 advantageous.
• Previous experience within an SME or international business would be beneficial.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to work independently.
• A proactive, personable approach and willingness to get involved across different areas of the business.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys a varied role, thrives on responsibility and wants to make a genuine impact within a supportive and growing business.