Finance Manager

Finance Manager / Head of Finance | Roundhay, Leeds | £55,000 - £60,000

An established and thriving owner-managed business (£9m turnover) based near Roundhay, Leeds, is looking to appoint an experienced, credible and hands-on Finance Manager / Financial Controllerto join the business during an exciting period of growth.

Reporting directly to the entrepreneurial Founder and Managing Director, you'll take full ownership of the finance function within a successful, aspirational and modern SME. This is a broad and varied role, covering everything from payroll, VAT and cashflow management through to producing high-quality monthly management accounts and providing meaningful financial insight to support business decisions.

The business employs around 25 people and has invested significantly in technology, systems, people and the customer experience. With ambitious growth plans over the next five years, this is an excellent opportunity to become a key member of the leadership team and play a genuine role in shaping the future of the business.

You'll have the autonomy to review, improve and implement processes, strengthen controls and develop reporting that adds real value. If you enjoy working in a growing SME where no two days are the same, you'll find plenty to get involved in.

The successful candidate will become a trusted adviser to the MD, with your contribution recognised, valued and rewarded.

About You

You'll be an experienced finance professional who enjoys the variety and ownership that comes with working in a growing SME. Organised, approachable and commercially aware, you'll be equally comfortable rolling your sleeves up with the day-to-day finance activities as you are presenting accurate, insightful management information.

You'll also have

Previous experience as a hands-on Finance Manager, Financial Controller or Company Accountant within an SME environment. You will have supported an SME either in a standalone accounting role or with a small team in finance.

The ability to independently manage the entire finance function and deliver accurate, timely management accounts.

CIMA or ACCA qualification (or be qualified by experience with AAT as a minimum).

Strong systems skills, with previous Sage or Xero experience highly desirable.

A calm, pragmatic and solutions-focused approach.

The confidence and credibility to act as a trusted business partner to the Managing Director.

A proactive mindset and genuine enthusiasm for contributing to the growth of a successful business.

This is an outstanding opportunity for someone looking to make a genuine impact within a profitable, well-run smaller business. You'll enjoy significant autonomy, a varied workload and the chance to help shape the finance function as the business continues its exciting growth journey.

If you're looking for a very hands on and varied role where your expertise will be genuinely appreciated and where you can make a real difference, we'd love to hear from you.