Finance Office Manager

RECRUITMENT HELPLINE; Newark and Sherwood; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Newgate is recruiting a Finance Office Manager to join its established team in Newark, NG24 on a fixed-term basis (12-14 months). You will lead a small finance team and oversee day-to-day financial operations including payroll, expenses, HMRC submissions and budgeting support.

Reporting to the COO, you will manage two Purchase Ledger Clerks, a Credit Controller and a Management Accountant, ensuring accurate financial reporting and compliance while driving process improvements.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in leading and developing a small finance team.
• Holder of a recognised accountancy qualification (CIMA/ACCA/ACA).
• Some payroll experience is required.
• Advanced Excel skills are essential.
• Experience with Sage (ideally Sage 200) is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead a finance team comprising two Purchase Ledger Clerks, a Credit Controller and a Management Accountant.
• Oversee day-to-day financial operations, expenses, stakeholder pensions, payroll and HMRC submissions.
• Support budgeting, forecasting and monthly financial reporting.
• Drive process improvements across financial systems and processes.
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure accurate and timely management accounts.

Skills

Team management

Attention to detail

Strong communication

Ability to work under pressure

Payroll coordination

Education

CIMA/ACCA/ACA qualification

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Sage 200

Payroll systems

Job description

An excellent opportunity for a Finance Office Manager to join a well-established company

Job Type: Fixed Terms – 12-14 months.

Salary: Competitive Salary, Depending on Experience.

Location: Newark, NG24.

About The Company:

Since being established in 1984, they have grown to become the UK’s market leading gate and barrier company and has cemented a legacy that is synonymous with quality, reliability and service.

The company ethos has always been to put the client first. Engaging with their clients and using their wealth of employee experience and expertise to deliver a first-class product every time.

About The Role:

Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer, you will lead a small Finance Team comprising two Purchase Ledger Clerks, a Credit Controller, and a Management Accountant.

In this role, you will oversee Newgate’s day-to-day financial operations, expenses, stakeholder pensions, payroll and the preparation of all associated HMRC statutory reports and submissions. Your responsibilities will also include overseeing petty cash and expense payments, alongside supporting the Management Accountant with budgeting, forecasting, and accurate financial reporting.

As a key member of the management team, the Finance Office Manager plays a vital role in supporting and improving financial processes in all areas of the organisation.

Job Duties

• Team Management: management of a small team, including recruitment, motivation, performance management, coaching & development
• Process Improvements: work with the wider business to initiate and implement changes to processes and systems as required
• Payroll & Expenses: prepare 4-weekly payroll including stakeholder pensions & preparation of all associated HMRC statutory reports & submissions
• Oversee the work of the Credit Controller
• Purchase Ledger: oversee work of two purchase ledger members of staff
• Insurance: responsible for business insurance queries and (if required) claims
• Audits: working with external bodies with audit work including year-end reports
• VAT: preparing VAT returns and other tax work
• Support and manage the Assistant Management Accountant with the preparation of monthly management accounts for submission to external accounts for review & completion

Skills, Knowledge and Behaviours

• Have proven experience of managing/developing a team
• Hold a recognised accountancy qualification (CIMA/ACCA/ACA)
• Some Payroll experience
• Microsoft Office (advanced Excel skills)
• Experience of working with Sage (ideally Sage 200)
• Excellent attention to detail
• Clear communication style with the ability to partner with all levels of the business
• Ability to work in a pressured environment
• Good understanding of relevant legislation, regulations and standards

HEALTH & SAFETY RESPONSIBILITIES

Section 7 – HASAWA 1974

Employee’s legal duties under Health & Safety at work act 1974 states that all employees should take reasonable care of themself and of other persons who may be affected by acts or omissions at work.

Every employee shall co-operate with their employer in relation to any health and safety issues.

Section 8 – HASAWA 1974

No person shall intentionally or recklessly interfere with or misuse anything provided in the interest of health, safety and welfare

The employer fully supports Equality in Employment. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit and business need.