Finance Manager

Your new company Finance Manager / Company Accountant Sutton Coldfield, (Office-Based) £40,000 - £45,000 + Benefits A well-established, family-run SME within the retail sector is looking to appoint a hands-on Finance Manager / Company Accountant to support its growing operations. Based in Erdington, this is a fantastic opportunity to join a stable, close-knit business where you can take real ownership of the day-to-day finance function. Your new role Reporting directly to the Finance Director, you will play a key role in managing the day-to-day finances of one arm of the business, allowing senior leadership to focus on strategic growth.This is a varied and practical role, ideal for someone who enjoys working in an SME environment and being involved across all aspects of finance. Key Responsibilities

Production of monthly management accounts with analysis

Full responsibility for A-Z accounts

VAT returns and HMRC compliance

Overseeing day-to-day bookkeeping activities

Managing sales and purchase ledger

Processing payment runs and managing cash flow

Bank reconciliations and balance sheet reconciliations

Payroll processing (in-house)

Supporting budgeting and forecasting

Stock and inventory accounting

Credit control and aged debt management

Supporting year-end processes and liaising with external accountants

Ensuring financial controls and processes are maintained and improved

What you'll need to succeed

Experience in a similar Finance Manager / Company Accountant role

Strong all-round accounting knowledge (AAT / part-qualified / QBE considered)

Comfortable working in a hands-on SME environment

Experience with VAT, payroll, and management accounts

Strong attention to detail and organisational skills

Confident communicator who can work closely with senior stakeholders

What you'll get in return

£40,000 - £45,000 depending on experience

23 days holiday + birthday + bank holidays

Office-based role with potential for 1 day WFH after probation

Varied role with real ownership and autonomy

Supportive and friendly working environment

If you're looking for a broad and impactful role within a growing SME, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today or contact us for more information.

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