Finance Manager

greenwellgleeson are recruiting for a hands-on Finance Manager to join a successful SME business based in Worcester.

This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially minded finance professional to take ownership of the day-to-day finance function, working closely with the Directors to provide accurate financial reporting, improve processes and support business growth.

Key Responsibilities

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Prepare monthly management accounts, including P&L, balance sheet reconciliations and variance analysis.
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Oversee the day-to-day finance function, including purchase ledger, sales ledger, credit control and payroll.
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Manage cash flow, working capital and financial forecasting.
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Lead budgeting and forecasting processes, providing meaningful commercial insight to senior management.
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Ensure accurate and timely VAT returns, statutory reporting and year-end audit preparation.
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Maintain robust financial controls, policies and procedures.
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Identify opportunities to improve financial systems, reporting and operational efficiencies.
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Support the Directors with financial analysis, profitability reviews and strategic decision-making.
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Manage and develop a small finance team, ensuring effective delivery of financial operations.

About You

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Qualified with experience in an SME environment.
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Strong management accounting and financial control experience.
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Comfortable working in a hands-on role while contributing commercially to the wider business.
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Excellent Excel skills and experience using accounting systems.
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Strong communication skills with the ability to engage with non-finance stakeholders.
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Proactive, adaptable and commercially aware, with a continuous improvement mindset.

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