Finance Manager in Birmingham)

Cast UK Limited; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization in the manufacturing and engineering sector seeks a Finance Manager to oversee financial operations in the West Midlands. The role requires a fully qualified accountant with strong Sage expertise, excellent team leadership skills, and a focus on accuracy and continuous improvement.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a Finance Manager or similar role.
• Advanced proficiency in Sage and Microsoft Excel.
• Strong analytical and decision-making abilities.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily finance operations (AP, AR, general ledger).
• Prepare financial reports (P&L, balance sheet, cash flow).
• Lead month-end close, including journal entries and reconciliations.

Skills

Sage software

Financial management

Analytical skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Decision-making

Education

Fully qualified accountant (ACCA, CIMA, or ACA)

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Finance Manager

12-month Fixed Term Contract

£50,000 to £60,000 (DOE) + benefits

West Midlands, UK

About the Role

A leading organisation in the manufacturing and engineering sector is seeking a highly skilled Finance Manager to join their team in the West Midlands, UK. This is a key role responsible for overseeing financial operations, driving month-end close efficiency, and ensuring accurate reporting using Sage accounting software.

The successful candidate will bring a strong background in financial management, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to lead and develop a small team within a flexible and growing business environment.

Why should I apply?

This is an incredible opportunity to join a global organisation renowned for having one of the most engaged workplace cultures in the world. They value their employees highly and understand that their success depends on recognising, developing, and retaining top talent. The company offers numerous benefits in addition to salary as part of a comprehensive package.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage daily finance operations (AP, AR, general ledger)
• Prepare financial reports (P&L, balance sheet, cash flow)
• Ensure compliance with internal policies and regulations
• Lead month-end close, including journal entries and reconciliations
• Analyse variances vs. AOP and forecasts for senior leadership
• Use Sage for financial processing and reporting; resolve issues
• Train team members on Sage tools and best practices
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and performance tracking
• Coordinate with auditors and ensure financial compliance
• Lead and develop a team of three; promote accuracy and continuous improvement

Skills & Experience

• Fully qualified accountant (ACCA, CIMA, or ACA)
• Proven experience in a Finance Manager or similar role
• Strong command of Sage software and month-end close processes
• Advanced proficiency in Sage and Microsoft Excel
• Familiarity with budgeting, forecasting, and financial modelling tools
• Strong analytical and decision-making abilities
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment

Interested in recruiting a similar role?

Cast UK is a leading executive consultancy providing national recruitment solutions to clients and candidates. We specialise in HR, Procurement, Buying, Supply Chain, and Logistics. Our team has sector-specific expertise, enabling us to place candidates from trainee to main board levels. For more information, visit www.castuk.com.