Finance Manager

Swagemaster; Wolverhampton; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Wolverhampton is seeking a Finance Manager to oversee all financial functions including accounts, payroll, and reporting. The successful candidate will be proactive and detail-oriented, with a strong background in financial accounting and leadership skills to manage direct reports effectively.

Benefits

On-site parking

Private medical care

Qualifications

• Fully qualified accounts Manager (AAT level 4) with 5 years' post–qualification experience.
• Experience in financial accounting within an industry setting is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and present monthly management accounts and perform balance sheet reconciliations.
• Manage VAT returns, tax documentation, and payroll processing.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Education

AAT level 4

Tools

Excel

Job description

Finance Manager

Job description

As our accounts lead, you ll oversee all core financial functions, from monthly and year–end accounts to audit preparation and compliance. You ll be responsible for payroll, treasury, and tax functions. Reporting to the Managing Director, you ll contribute to strategic decisions and manage a direct report handling sales, purchase ledger, and credit control.

What You ll Be Doing

Financial & Management Accounting

• Prepare and present monthly management accounts and perform balance sheet reconciliations
• Oversee month–end closure, general ledger entries, and submit group reporting.

Year–End, Audit & Compliance

• Manage VAT returns, tax documentation.

Payroll, Treasury.

• Process payroll, manage pensions, and support the MD in salary reviews
• Manage treasury operations, including online banking.
• Manage holiday/sickness records.

Additional Responsibilities

• Liaise with creditors and debtors

Person Specification

To succeed in this role, you ll be a proactive and highly organised finance professional with a strategic mindset and attention to detail. You ll be able to communicate effectively at all levels and bring a hands–on approach to support our growth.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Fully qualified accounts Manager (AAT level4) with a minimum of 5 years' post–qualification experience
• Background in financial accounting within an industry setting is advantageous

Technical Skills:

• Proficient with Excel and strong analytical and problem–solving abilities

Personal Attributes:

• Detail–oriented, organized, and able to handle multiple responsibilities effectively
• High level of integrity, with the ability to instil trust and confidence across all levels of the business
• Adaptable and comfortable in a hands–on, dynamic work environment where a variety of business functions may require your support

Interpersonal Skills:

• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team
• Confident managing and developing direct reports, ensuring effective financial processes

Pay: GBP30,000.00–GBP40,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• On–site parking
• Private medical care

Working hours:

.(Apply online only) Monday to Thursday, (Apply online only) Friday, with half hour for lunch.