Finance Manager: Lead Small Team, Cash Flow & Planning

Blue Arrow Ltd; Bexleyheath; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established company in Bexleyheath is looking for an experienced Finance Manager to oversee the financial operations, managing a small team while ensuring accuracy in reporting and compliance. The ideal candidate should have leadership skills and proficiency in accounting software like Sage or Xero. Offering a competitive salary between £60,000 and £70,000, this role provides an opportunity for long-term career progression in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Pension scheme

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Finance Manager, Financial Controller, or similar role.
• Experience managing a small team (2-3 people).
• Strong understanding of credit control and purchase ledger processes.
• Excellent knowledge of accounting principles and practices.
• Industry experience in construction, engineering, or lift services is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the day-to-day operations of the finance department.
• Manage and develop a team of 2-3 finance staff.
• Full ownership of the purchase ledger, sales ledger, and credit control functions.
• Produce monthly management accounts and cash flow forecasts.
• Ensure timely supplier payments and client invoicing.
• Liaise with auditors and other stakeholders.
• Maintain and improve internal financial controls and processes.
• Assist with budgeting and strategic financial planning.

Skills

Leadership Skills

Communication Skills

Understanding of Credit Control

Understanding of Purchase Ledger

Proficiency in Accounting Software

Tools

Sage

Xero

Excel

Job description

A well-established company in Bexleyheath is looking for an experienced Finance Manager to oversee the financial operations, managing a small team while ensuring accuracy in reporting and compliance. The ideal candidate should have leadership skills and proficiency in accounting software like Sage or Xero. Offering a competitive salary between £60,000 and £70,000, this role provides an opportunity for long-term career progression in a supportive environment.