Full job descriptionYour Company:
A long-established and growing workplace supplies business is seeking a Finance Manager to lead its finance function and support the next stage of commercial growth. With a strong reputation for customer service, a recently achieved B Corp certification, and a stable platform for expansion, the business offers the opportunity to play a key role in shaping financial processes, improving efficiencies and supporting strategic decision-making across the organisation.
The company has successfully navigated recent supply chain challenges, returning to a period of sustainable growth with an expanding customer base. The successful candidate will work closely with senior leadership and act as a trusted finance partner across the business.


Your Role and Responsibilities:
While in this position your duties may include but will not be limited to:
*Taking overall responsibility for the day-to-day management of the finance function
*Overseeing all purchase ledger activities, ensuring supplier invoices are processed accurately and payments are made on time
*Managing the sales ledger function and ensuring effective billing and cash collection processes are maintained
*Leading credit control activities to minimise aged debt and improve cash recovery performance
*Monitoring and managing company cashflow, providing accurate forecasts and recommendations to support business planning
*Producing accurate and timely monthly management accounts and quarterly financial reporting
*Preparing VAT returns and ensuring compliance with all relevant financial regulations and reporting requirements
*Monitoring overhead expenditure and providing analysis to support cost control initiatives
*Supervising bank reconciliations and maintaining oversight of all company banking activities
*Acting as the primary point of contact for finance-related queries across the organisation through regular "accounts surgery" support
*Managing relationships with suppliers and overseeing supplier account administration
*Supervising company credit card administration and ensuring expenditure is accurately recorded and controlled
*Overseeing customer account management and supporting the resolution of account-related issues
*Managing and monitoring finance-related inboxes to ensure queries are handled efficiently and professionally
*Liaising with external payroll providers to oversee salary processing and ensure payroll information is communicated accurately
*Identifying opportunities to improve, streamline and automate financial processes to increase efficiency and scalability.

What You Will Need To Apply:
*Previous experience in a senior finance or accounts management position
*Strong knowledge of purchase ledger, sales ledger, credit control and cashflow management
*Experience producing management accounts and financial reporting
*Knowledge of VAT regulations and preparation of VAT returns
*Excellent understanding of financial controls, reconciliations and accounting processes
*Strong Microsoft Excel skills and confidence analysing financial data
*Proven ability to manage competing priorities and meet reporting deadlines
*Excellent organisational skills with high levels of accuracy and attention to detail
*Strong communication skills and the ability to build effective relationships across all areas of the business
*Experience identifying and implementing process improvements and automation opportunities
*Previous experience supervising or mentoring finance team members would be advantageous
*A recognised accounting qualification (AAT, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) would be beneficial but is not essential depending on experience
What You Will Get In Return:
This role offers the opportunity to take ownership of a broad and commercially focused finance position within a growing and ambitious organisation. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting business growth, driving process improvements and influencing operational decision-making.
The organisation offers a salary of up to £48,000, supportive and collaborative working environment, genuine autonomy within the role, and the opportunity to make a visible impact across the business. With continued growth plans, there is scope to shape the future development of the finance function while benefiting from a values-driven culture and long-term career opportunities.

To discuss further, please do not hesitate to reach out to:

Justin Heron - Talent Acquisition Director

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