Finance Manager

Permanent Finance Manager | Full-Time | Paisley

I'm working with a long-established, owner-led manufacturing and joinery business to recruit a hands-on Accountant who will take full ownership of the finance function across three entities.

This is a key, standalone role where you'll work closely with the owner, playing a vital part in supporting day-to-day operations while ensuring the smooth running of all finance activity across the group.

The Opportunity

This is a broad, end-to-end role suited to someone who enjoys autonomy and responsibility. You'll be the go-to person for finance, managing everything from transactional activity through to year-end.

Key responsibilities include

Preparation of year-end accounts across three businesses

Full ownership of purchase & sales ledger (Sage 50)

Managing intercompany transactions

Producing trial balance and management-level accounts

Liaising with Lloyds Finance and factoring providers

Running payroll, including HMRC and NIC submissions

Managing pensions administration

Preparing and submitting quarterly VAT returns

Overseeing monthly invoicing and VAT processes

Handling holiday pay calculations

Supporting with wider operational and administrative tasks

What We're Looking For

Strong all-round accounting experience, ideally within an SME or owner-managed business

Confident user of Sage 50

Comfortable operating in a standalone role with full ownership

Organised, reliable, and proactive - someone who naturally takes the lead

Salary & Benefits

£40,000 - £50,000

Stable, long-standing business with a close-knit team environment

High level of autonomy and direct exposure to the business owner

Why this role stands out

This is a brilliant opportunity for someone who enjoys variety, ownership, and being embedded in the day-to-day of a business. You'll have real influence, visibility, and the chance to make the role your own.

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