Finance Manager
Essex, Rainham
£55,000 - £60,000


Company Profile
An established and growing business within the logistics/transport sector is seeking an experienced Finance Manager to take ownership of the finance function and support the business through its next phase of growth.
This is a key leadership role within an SME environment, offering the opportunity to make a real impact in a business where finance plays a central role in both operational and strategic decision-making.
Reporting into senior leadership, and managing a small team you will be responsible for the end-to-end finance function, ensuring both strategic and day-to-day financial operations run effectively.
What’s on Offer?
*Full time, office based
*Key leadership role within a growing business
*Opportunity to shape and develop the finance function
*Long-term career stability and progression opportunities


What will you do as a Finance Manager?
*Ownership of the finance function within a fast-paced SME environment
*Oversee all transactional finance activities including purchase ledger, sales ledger
*Manage payroll and take ownership of cash flow management
*Hands-on involvement in day-to-day finance operations where required
*Production of monthly management accounts and financial reporting
*Lead budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management
*Monitor financial performance and provide commercial insight to support decision-making
*Strengthen financial controls, processes, and systems
*Ownership and optimisation of the finance system (Sage)
*Liaising with banks, auditors, and external advisors


What do you need as a Finance Manager?
*Qualified or part-qualified (ACA / ACCA / CIMA or equivalent)
*Strong working knowledge of Sage (essential)
*Strong commercial awareness with the ability to influence decision-making
*Hands-on approach with strong attention to detail
*Advanced Excel skills
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Job ID: 10733