via reed · 4 June 2026 ·9 days ago

Finance Manager/Controller

Pearson Whiffin Recruitment Ltd
Rochester Full-time GBP 60,000 – 80,000
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An opportunity has arisen to join a well-established SME business based in Mid Kent. The company are growing and now need someone more senior in the finance department to lead to function.

The role will initially be hands on covering the below duties however, within 12 months, the position will progress into a more senior/strategic role, overseeing the Head of Accounts.

Responsibilities will include:

  • Management accounting

  • Managing and cashflow reporting

  • Review and sign off of monthly financials

  • Capital investment appraisals.

  • Cost and margin analysis

  • Budgeting and forecasting

  • Financial modelling for grow plans and investment decisions.

  • Oversee audit process and statutory accounts.

  • Managing a small finance function

  • Work closely with the Commercial Director

  • Ensure compliance with VAT, CIS, PAYE

Suitable candidates will be ACCA/ACA/CIMA qualified (QBE's/Part quals will not be considered). You will be experienced operating in an SME business in a hands-on senior accounts role and will also be looking to work closely with the Directors being involved with strategic decision making.

In return the company are offering a competitive salary (experience dependant) and benefits package. The successful individual will be fully office based and have their own transport as access via public transport is very difficult.

This role would suit someone with experience in the Construction, Engineering, or similar sector, who enjoys working closely with business owners.

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