Finance Manager

Net World Sports; Wrexham; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading sports‑equipment retailer in Wrexham is seeking a driven Finance Manager to lead financial strategy and reporting. You will manage month-end processes, support P&L performance, and oversee cash flow management. The ideal candidate holds a relevant qualification and has significant experience in financial management and ERP systems. This role offers a range of health and wellbeing benefits, flexible working hours, and opportunities for personal growth.

Benefits

Health & Wellbeing initiatives

29 Days Annual Leave

Flexible Working Hours

Employee Recognition and Bonuses

Product Discount

Qualifications

• Solid experience in a Finance Manager or Management Accountant role.
• Proven ability to influence P&L outcomes.
• Experience with VAT compliance.

Responsibilities

• Deliver accurate month-end close and management accounts.
• Support in monitoring full company P&L performance.
• Manage cash flow forecasting and working capital.

Skills

Financial management

Commercial acumen

ERP (Microsoft Dynamics NAV/Business Central)

Advanced Excel skills

Clear communication

Education

Qualified (ACCA/CIMA/ACA)

Tools

Microsoft Dynamics NAV

Business Central

Job description

Ready for the next big step in your career? At Net World Sports, we’re on a mission to become the world’s leading sports‑equipment retailer - and we’re looking for a driven, commercially minded Finance Manager to come in and make a real difference. This isn’t just about numbers: this is about your energy, your ideas, your leadership being harnessed and rewarded as you help drive our business forward.

If you’re hungry to step up, partner with senior decision-makers, shape strategy and own meaningful financial outcomes, we want you.

What You’ll Do

• Deliver accurate month‑end close and management accounts, with clear commentary and KPI packs that inform senior decision‑making
• Support the Head of Finance in monitoring full company P&L performance; highlight variances, risks, and opportunities, driving corrective actions with budget holders
• Lead budgeting and rolling forecasts, challenging assumptions and ensuring alignment with strategic priorities
• Manage cash flow forecasting and working capital (credit control, AP, inventory), delivering improved liquidity
• Coordinate year‑end, audit and statutory reporting, ensuring robust financial controls and compliance across VAT, and assisting with international filings where relevant
• Act as ERP super‑user (Microsoft Dynamics NAV/Business Central preferred) and advanced Excel lead, embedding automation and data accuracy

What You’ll Bring

• Solid experience in a UK Finance Manager or strong Management Accountant role, covering month‑end, management accounts and cash management
• Qualified (ACCA/CIMA/ACA etc.)
• Experience influencing P&L outcomes, with strong commercial acumen and the ability to partner non‑finance teams
• Confident with ERP (ideally Microsoft Dynamics NAV/Business Central) plus advanced Excel
• Experience handling VAT compliance and exposure to international entities or cross‑border considerations
• Clear, concise communicator who can present financial information at SLT level; resilient, pragmatic and proactive
• Track record of coaching and developing small teams, driving improvements, and acting as a capable deputy to senior leadership

What You’ll Get

• Health & Wellbeing– Workouts, Run Club, Nature Trail, Wellness Allowances, Gym Memberships, On‑Site Gym (Coming Soon!), Golf Memberships & Mental Health Support
• 29 Days Annual Leave (Including Bank Holidays) – Increases with Length of Service
• Flexible Working Hours
• Social Events– Busy Schedule of Parties, Sports Tournaments, Charity Events & Lots More!
• TableTennis, Pool Tables & Sports Equipment in the Office
• Additional Benefits Available – Help toBuy Scheme, Cycle to Work Scheme, Discounted Travel Schemes & Lots More!
• Product Discount on Net World Sports & Affiliate Partner Products
• Subsidised On‑Site Bistro – Serving Freshly Prepared Food Every Day for Breakfast & Lunch
• Employee Recognition– Bonus & Commission Schemes and Performance, Length of Service & Life Event Rewards
• Employee Support– Saving Schemes, Legal & Financial Advice, Parental Guidance

Our Values

• Go above and beyond: Get stuck in and show your passion!
• Ideas over hierarchy: If you have an idea, speak up! It doesn’t matter what role you’re in, we want everyone to shout about ways the business can develop and improve.
• Be bold, move fast: We value speed; we make fast decisions, trust our guts and get things done as efficiently as possible.
• Keep it simple: Don’t over‑complicate it!
• Results driven: We embrace results that drive positive change, even if it means occasional failure. Mistakes are valuable as long as we learn from them and avoid repeating them.
• Growth: We’re a fast‑growing business and we want our staff to grow with us.

Contact

Gareth Davies (Recruitment Specialist) / [e-mail] / 07979 815630 / linkedin.com/in/garethdanieldavies