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Finance Manager

Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited
Leeds Full-time GBP 50,000 – 60,000
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Finance Manager | Permanent | Hybrid | £50,000 - £60,000

We are working with an ambitious and growing business with operations across the UK, Europe, and the US. As the company continues to expand, there is a strong focus on developing its finance function, improving processes, and supporting the next stage of growth.

Your New Role

This is a key role within the finance team, offering a mix of hands-on responsibility and involvement in business performance.As Finance Manager, you will take ownership of the day-to-day finance operations while supporting wider business activities. You'll lead a small team, ensure financial processes run smoothly, and provide clear insight to stakeholders across the business.

  • Manage and support a small finance team across transactional and reporting activities

  • Produce monthly management accounts, including analysis and commentary

  • Maintain control of the general ledger and balance sheet

  • Ensure VAT returns and other compliance requirements are completed accurately and on time

  • Coordinate payroll activity with an external provider

  • Identify and implement improvements to processes and systems

  • Support budgeting and forecasting activities

  • Assist with the year-end audit and liaise with external auditors

  • Work with stakeholders across the business to provide financial insight

What You'll Need to Succeed
  • A strong understanding of core finance processes

  • Qualified accountant (CIMA, ACCA, ACA) or equivalent experience

  • Proven track record of producing accurate management accounts, including P&L and balance sheet

  • Experience managing team members

  • Confident communicator, able to engage effectively with non-financial stakeholders

  • Experience operating within larger organisations, with strong awareness of financial controls and governance

  • Exposure to multi-region operations (UK, Europe, or US)

  • Demonstrated ability to enhance systems and implement process improvements

What You'll Get in Return

The role offers a salary of £50,000 - £60,000 with hybrid working alongside the opportunity to join a business at a genuinely exciting stage in its growth journey.
You'll work closely with senior stakeholders, gaining valuable exposure to wider business operations and decision-making.This position provides a real opportunity to make an impact, giving you the autonomy to shape processes and enhance how the finance function operates. You'll also be part of a supportive and collaborative team environment, with clear scope for ongoing development and progression.

What you need to do now

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