Finance Manager

Premier Engineering; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing SME in Newcastle is seeking an experienced Finance Manager to oversee its financial operations and transition to Xero Accounting Software. Key responsibilities include budgeting, reporting, and process automation. The ideal candidate will be a qualified accountant with strong finance management experience and excellent problem-solving skills.

Qualifications

• Qualified accountant with experience in finance management for SMEs.
• Experience transitioning accounting systems to Xero is ideal.
• Strong understanding of financial analysis and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Manage all financial aspects, including reporting, budgeting, and forecasting.
• Transition accounting systems to Xero.
• Identify process improvements and implement automation.

Skills

Financial analysis

Process automation

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

Qualified accountant (ACCA, CIMA, ACA) or equivalent

Tools

Xero Accounting Software

Job description

Overview

JOB - Finance Manager
LOCATION - Newcastle
TERM - Permanent
SALARY - £40,000 to £50,000 per annum (plus benefits)

My client is a growing SME looking to strengthen their finance function. They are seeking a Finance Manager to support the business in automating financial processes and transitioning to Xero Accounting Software, based in Newcastle.

Responsibilities

• Managing all financial aspects of the business, including monthly reporting, budgeting, and forecasting
• Transitioning the company’s accounting systems to Xero
• Identifying and implementing process improvements and automation opportunities
• Ensuring compliance with accounting standards, tax regulations, and internal policies
• Supporting management with financial analysis and decision-making
• Working closely with operations to streamline financial processes
• Managing external accountants, auditors, and other financial advisors

Qualifications / Requirements

• Qualified accountant (ACCA, CIMA, ACA) or equivalent experience
• Experience in SME finance management, including reporting, forecasting, and budgeting
• Familiarity with accounting software and experience transitioning systems, ideally to Xero
• Strong understanding of financial processes and automation opportunities
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work with non-finance stakeholders
• Proactive and hands-on approach, comfortable implementing process improvements