Finance Manager

Virtual Hire Staffing; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 40,500 - 49,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

Birthday off

Job summary

Virtual Hire Staffing is seeking an experienced Finance Manager to lead the day-to-day finance function for a growing technology business with UK and international customers. This standalone role requires hands-on ownership and collaboration with the leadership team to support growth.

You’ll bring SME finance experience, VAT/payroll knowledge, and familiarity with NetSuite or Xero. The position offers a competitive salary and 25 days leave.

Qualifications

• AAT Level 4, CIMA, ACCA or ACA qualifications (or studying towards them) are welcomed, although qualified by experience also considered.
• Experience in SME finance operations and payroll, VAT, reconciliations and credit control.
• Strong organisational skills with attention to detail and proactive, hands-on approach.

Responsibilities

• Managing the day-to-day finance function
• Raising invoices, managing purchase and sales ledgers, and overseeing credit control
• Completing bank reconciliations, VAT returns and cash flow management
• Processing monthly payroll, overtime and employee benefits and expenses
• Supporting month-end reporting and maintaining accurate financial records
• Taking ownership of the finance systems, ensuring robust data and identifying process improvements

Skills

AAT

NetSuite

Xero

Tools

NetSuite

Xero

Job description

Required Skills

• AAT

Job Summary

Finance Manager

Permanent | Full Time | Office Based | Milton Keynes

Are you an experienced Finance professional who enjoys taking ownership and thrives in a fast‑paced environment?

We're recruiting a standalone Finance Manager to lead the day‑to‑day finance function of a growing technology business with a UK and international customer and supplier base. This is a hands‑on role where you'll have full responsibility for the finance operation, working closely with the leadership team to ensure everything runs smoothly while supporting continued business growth.

We're looking for someone who can start quickly, hit the ground running and become a trusted member of the team from day one.

What you'll be doing:

• Managing the day‑to‑day finance function
• Raising invoices, managing purchase and sales ledgers, and overseeing credit control
• Completing bank reconciliations, VAT returns and cash flow management
• Processing monthly payroll, overtime and employee benefits and expenses
• Supporting month‑end reporting and maintaining accurate financial records
• Taking ownership of the finance systems, ensuring accurate data, robust financial controls and identifying opportunities to improve processes and efficiencies.

About You:

You’ll be an experienced Finance professional who enjoys taking ownership and working independently.

You’ll have:

• Previous experience in a Finance Manager or senior finance role, ideally within an SME
• Strong knowledge of VAT, payroll, reconciliations and credit control
• Experience using finance systems such as NetSuite and/or Xero
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail
• A proactive, hands‑on approach with the confidence to manage a varied workload independently.

Qualifications:

AAT Level 4, CIMA, ACCA or ACA qualifications (or studying towards them) are welcomed, although we’re equally keen to hear from candidates who are qualified by experience.

What's on Offer:

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing business where you’ll play a key role in supporting its continued success, along with a competitive salary of circa £45,000 per annum and 25 days annual leave plus your birthday off.

We’re reviewing applications as they arrive, so early applications are encouraged.