Finance Manager

CV Screen; West Bromwich; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days' annual leave

Company pension

Free on-site parking

Job summary

CV Screen is seeking a Finance Manager for an established international manufacturer based in West Bromwich. This office-based role oversees day-to-day accounting, reporting and forecasting with a clear path to influence processes and controls shaping future plans.

The ideal candidate will be AAT-qualified with strong Sage and Excel skills, able to manage audits and statutory reporting while delivering accurate financials and strategic insights.

Qualifications

• Qualified to full AAT level (or equivalent), with strong technical accounting knowledge.
• Confident with Sage and advanced Excel, with solid experience of purchase and sales ledger, management accounts and VAT
• Highly accurate and organised, able to work independently to deadlines and deal confidently with auditors

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day accounting, including month-end journals, accruals, prepayments and balance sheet reconciliations
• Produce monthly, quarterly and annual financial reports, and present your performance analysis to management
• Lead annual budgeting and rolling cash flow forecasts, keeping a close eye on working capital
• Manage VAT submissions and payments, and be the main contact for the group, auditors and external accountant
• Improve accounting processes, internal controls and financial policies

Skills

Attention to detail

Independent worker

Education

AAT level

Tools

Sage

Advanced Excel

Job description

Reference

79678

Salary

£40,000 - £50,000/annum

Job Location

- United Kingdom -- England -- West Midlands -- West Midlands -- West Bromwich

Job Type

Permanent

Posted

28 September 2026

Finance Manager

West Bromwich

Salary to £50,000

CV Screen is delighted to be recruiting a Finance Manager for a well-established international manufacturer of logistics and materials-handling equipment based in West Bromwich. The role pays up to £50,000 plus benefits. It's a fantastic opportunity for an experienced, AAT-qualified finance professional to take ownership of the finance function in an office-based role, reporting directly to the Managing Director. You'll oversee day-to-day accounting, reporting and forecasting, and shape the processes and controls behind the business's future plans. It's an excellent next step for someone who wants real responsibility and influence.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day accounting, including month-end journals, accruals, prepayments and balance sheet reconciliations
• Produce monthly, quarterly and annual financial reports, and present your performance analysis to management
• Lead annual budgeting and rolling cash flow forecasts, keeping a close eye on working capital
• Manage VAT submissions and payments, and be the main contact for the group, auditors and external accountant
• Improve accounting processes, internal controls and financial policies

What Experience is Required

• Qualified to full AAT level (or equivalent), with strong technical accounting knowledge
• Confident with Sage and advanced Excel, with solid experience of purchase and sales ledger, management accounts and VAT
• Highly accurate and organised, able to work independently to deadlines and deal confidently with auditors

Salary & Benefits

The salary is up to £50,000, plus:

• 25 days' annual leave
• Company pension
• Free on-site parking

The role is office based, Monday to Friday, 9am - 5pm.

Location

West Bromwich, an easy commute from Birmingham, Wolverhampton, Walsall, Dudley, Oldbury, Wednesbury, Smethwick and Sutton Coldfield.

Alternate Job Titles

• Financial Controller
• Management Accountant
• Finance Lead
• Accounts Manager