Finance Manager

West Midlands and Worcestershire Perm Hub; Stoke Pound; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Office-based role

Take ownership of finance function

Growing business

Supportive environment

Process improvements

Job summary

West Midlands and Worcestershire Perm Hub is seeking an experienced Finance Manager to lead the day-to-day finance function from its Bromsgrove office. This hands-on role offers ownership of accounts, VAT, payroll and month-end processes, with responsibility for multi-currency ecommerce transactions and financial reporting.

You will implement controls, drive process improvements and provide timely management information to support business decisions.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a Finance Manager or senior accounting role
• Strong knowledge of management accounts, VAT, payroll and month-end reporting
• Experience managing purchase ledger, sales ledger and bank reconciliations
• Excellent understanding of financial controls and accounting procedures
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills and experience using accounting software
• Experience within e-commerce or multi-channel retail would be advantageous
• Excellent analytical, organisational and problem-solving skills
• High attention to detail with the ability to meet deadlines
• A proactive and hands‑on approach with the confidence to work independently

Responsibilities

• Oversee the day-to-day running of the finance function
• Manage all aspects of the purchase ledger, sales ledger and cashbook
• Perform and review bank reconciliations across multiple accounts
• Prepare and submit VAT returns accurately and on time
• Produce monthly management accounts and financial reports
• Lead month-end and year-end processes, including balance sheet reconciliations
• Monitor cash flow and prepare cash flow forecasts
• Maintain the fixed asset register and oversee depreciation schedules
• Manage payroll, pensions and HMRC submissions
• Support budgeting and forecasting processes
• Analyse financial performance and provide recommendations to improve profitability
• Oversee accounting for e-commerce platforms including Shopify, PayPal, Stripe and Klarna
• Manage foreign currency transactions and multi-currency accounting
• Liaise with external accountants, auditors and other key stakeholders
• Identify opportunities to improve financial controls and streamline accounting processes
• Provide financial support to senior management and assist with ad hoc projects as required

Skills

Management accounts

VAT

Payroll

Month-end reporting

Analytical skills

Organisational skills

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Independent working

Tools

Excel

Shopify

PayPal

Stripe

Klarna

Accounting software

Job description

Finance Manager

Location: Bromsgrove (Office Based)

Salary: £40,000 per annum

We are seeking an experienced and hands‑on Finance Manager to lead the day‑to‑day finance function for our growing business based in Bromsgrove. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated finance professional who enjoys working in a varied role, taking ownership of the accounts function and providing accurate financial information to support business decisions.

The successful candidate will be responsible for managing the company's financial operations, ensuring compliance with statutory requirements, improving financial processes, and producing timely management information.

Finance Manager Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the day-to-day running of the finance function
• Manage all aspects of the purchase ledger, sales ledger and cashbook
• Perform and review bank reconciliations across multiple accounts
• Prepare and submit VAT returns accurately and on time
• Produce monthly management accounts and financial reports
• Lead month-end and year-end processes, including balance sheet reconciliations
• Monitor cash flow and prepare cash flow forecasts
• Maintain the fixed asset register and oversee depreciation schedules
• Manage payroll, pensions and HMRC submissions
• Support budgeting and forecasting processes
• Analyse financial performance and provide recommendations to improve profitability
• Oversee accounting for e-commerce platforms including Shopify, PayPal, Stripe and Klarna
• Manage foreign currency transactions and multi-currency accounting
• Liaise with external accountants, auditors and other key stakeholders
• Identify opportunities to improve financial controls and streamline accounting processes
• Provide financial support to senior management and assist with ad hoc projects as required

The Successful Finance Manager Will Ideally Have

• Previous experience in a Finance Manager or senior accounting role
• Strong knowledge of management accounts, VAT, payroll and month-end reporting
• Experience managing purchase ledger, sales ledger and bank reconciliations
• Excellent understanding of financial controls and accounting procedures
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills and experience using accounting software
• Experience within e-commerce or multi-channel retail would be advantageous
• Excellent analytical, organisational and problem-solving skills
• High attention to detail with the ability to meet deadlines
• A proactive and hands‑on approach with the confidence to work independently

In Return You Will Receive

• Salary of £40,000 per annum
• Office-based role in Bromsgrove
• Opportunity to take ownership of the finance function
• Varied and rewarding role within a growing business
• Friendly and supportive working environment
• Opportunities to contribute to business growth and process improvements

If you're an experienced finance professional looking for your next challenge in a hands‑on Finance Manager role, we'd love to hear from you.