What are we recruiting for?

We are looking for an experienced and detail-oriented Finance Manager to oversee the financial operations of a growing group of companies.
Working closely with the Directors, you will manage all core finance functions, ensure regulatory compliance, and support strategic financial planning and reporting.

This is a pivotal role in a well-established, growing business with a friendly and collaborative team environment.

What will you be doing?

* Preparing and analysing monthly management accounts across multiple companies

* Managing bank reconciliations and posting all relevant entries in Sage for five companies

* Reconciling balance sheets, including intercompany transactions

* Preparing and submitting VAT returns for five companies

* Managing and reconciling staff expense claims

* Maintaining and updating company asset registers

* Preparing and posting accounting journals

* Supporting payroll processes and ensuring Pension Auto-Enrolment compliance for three companies

* Liaising with HMRC, Companies House, and the Office for National Statistics

* Generating ad hoc and regular financial reports for management

* Improving and maintaining internal financial systems and procedures

* Using Sage and Excel effectively for all financial operations

* Assisting in the management of company-owned properties

* Providing flexible and secretarial support to Directors and senior management for ad hoc requests

* Covering during staff holidays and supporting general office operations

What skills are we looking for?

* ACCA/ACA/CIMA qualified or part-qualified (minimum AAT Level 4 or equivalent)

* Strong working knowledge of Sage (or similar accounting systems) and Excel

* Experience with multi-company and intercompany accounting

* Proven ability to work independently, make sound decisions, and manage competing priorities

* Highly organised, proactive, and process-oriented

What's on offer?

* 33 days' holiday, including bank holidays

* Free on-site parking

* Long-term career development opportunities within a supportive, family-oriented business

* Employee discount

Location

Stafford (Onsite): Monday - Friday