Finance Manager: End-to-End Bookkeeping & Controls

CMD Recruitment; England; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial services provider in the UK is seeking an experienced Bookkeeping and Payroll Specialist to manage all aspects of bookkeeping and payroll, ensuring accuracy and compliance. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in finance processes, particularly within an SME, and possess excellent organisational and communication skills. Responsibilities include overseeing the purchase ledger, managing payroll, and delivering month-end reports. Familiarity with accounting software like Sage or Xero is preferred.

Qualifications

• Experience taking ownership of finance processes within an SME or similar environment.
• Highly organised and proactive, confident in taking responsibility.
• Excellent attention to detail with the ability to investigate root causes.

Responsibilities

• Manage all bookkeeping duties from daily postings through to month-end routines.
• Complete regular bank reconciliations and resolve discrepancies promptly.
• Run end-to-end payroll processing and maintain payroll records.
• Deliver reliable month-end reporting that supports decision-making.

Skills

Bookkeeping and ledger control

Bank reconciliation

Purchase ledger & payments

Payroll

Month-end reporting

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Tools

Sage

Xero

QuickBooks

Excel

Job description

A financial services provider in the UK is seeking an experienced Bookkeeping and Payroll Specialist to manage all aspects of bookkeeping and payroll, ensuring accuracy and compliance. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in finance processes, particularly within an SME, and possess excellent organisational and communication skills. Responsibilities include overseeing the purchase ledger, managing payroll, and delivering month-end reports. Familiarity with accounting software like Sage or Xero is preferred.