Finance Officer

JobsTrackR; Greater Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the manufacturing sector is seeking a Finance Officer for a permanent position. The role involves credit control, treasury operations, and payroll support, requiring 2 years' experience and strong financial acumen. Join a collaborative team in a hybrid environment with great benefits and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Cycle to work scheme

Pension at 6%

Death in service benefit

25 days holidays plus 8 bank holidays

Bonus payments for tenure

Qualifications

• 2 years' experience in finance, ideally with treasury or credit control.
• Solid grasp of financial controls and compliance.
• Experience in multi-currency environments is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead on credit control and manage aged receivables.
• Support treasury operations, monitor cash flow.
• Assist payroll processes with HR.

Skills

Excel

Financial controls

Attention to detail

Education

AAT qualification

Tools

ERP systems

ADP

Paychex

Sage

Job description

Permanent Opportunity
Finance Officer
£30,000 per annum
Bury Area - great links to M60, M62 and free car parking onsite
Hybrid - 3 days in the office and 2 at home
Hours - 8.30am to 4.45pm Mon to Thurs and 8.30am to 4.15pm on a Friday

Are you a finance professional with a passion for precision and a proactive mindset? I am delighted to be recruiting for a very valued client within the manufacturing industry who are seeking a Finance Officer to join their team due to internal progression.

This is a fantastic opportunity to take on a multifaceted role where treasury operations, credit control, and payroll support come together to form the financial heartbeat of the business. You’ll be joining a company that values insight, initiative, and continuous improvement, all within a close-knit, supportive environment.

What you’ll be doing:
This role is all about balance—literally and figuratively. Your day-to-day will include:

• Taking the lead on credit control, managing aged receivables, reconciling discrepancies, and maintaining strong customer relationships.
• Supporting treasury operations by monitoring cash flow, assisting with bank reconciliations, processing payments, and liaising with financial institutions.
• Checking bank details with suppliers to ensure accuracy and minimal issues with payments.
• Assisting payroll processes in coordination with HR ensuring everything from timesheets to journals is accurate and confidential.

What you’ll bring:
You’ll thrive in this role if you’re highly organised, solutions-oriented, and confident with financial systems. We're looking for someone who:

• Has 2 years’ experience in finance, ideally with treasury or credit control or both.
• Brings strong Excel skills and ERP experience.
• Demonstrates a solid grasp of financial controls and compliance.
• Communicates clearly and works independently with high attention to detail.
• Has or is working toward an AAT qualification (desirable but not essential).
• Bonus points if you’ve worked in multi-currency environments or used payroll systems like ADP, Paychex, or Sage.

My client offers a collaborative and forward-thinking environment where employees are empowered to make an impact. You’ll be part of a company that innovates with purpose and nurtures professional growth.

In return for your expertise:

• Benefits include - cycle to work scheme, Pension at 6%, death in service, 25 days holidays plus 8 bank holidays, bonus payments for tenure
• A chance to make this role your own.
• A supportive and collaborative work environment

Does this sound like something you could be interested in?

To discuss the role in more detail and review a job description please call Ruth on 07570251230 or email [e-mail] today.

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