SME Office and Finance Manager
Hull
Salary: Up to £45,000
Full Time | Permanent
A growing SME based on the outskirts of Hull is seeking an experienced Finance Manager to take ownership of its finance function.
This is a hands-on role offering responsibility across all aspects of finance, from transactional processing through to management reporting, cash flow forecasting and supporting strategic business decisions. The successful candidate will work closely with the Directors and play a key role in maintaining strong financial controls and supporting future growth.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage the day-to-day finance function, including sales and purchase ledgers, invoicing, credit control and bank reconciliations.
- Produce monthly management accounts, cash flow forecasts, budgets and financial reports.
- Prepare VAT returns, payroll, pensions and ensure statutory compliance.
- Support year-end accounts and liaise with external accountants and advisors.
- Monitor financial performance, improve processes and maintain robust financial controls.
- Oversee the smooth day-to-day running of the office, including facilities, suppliers and office administration.
- Support HR administration, onboarding, company policies and health & safety records.
- Provide administrative and operational support to the senior leadership team while helping to drive business efficiency.
About You The ideal candidate will possess:
- A minimum of 5 years' finance experience within an SME environment
- Strong experience producing management accounts
- Excellent knowledge of double-entry bookkeeping
- Previous payroll processing experience
- Strong understanding of VAT, including different VAT schemes and international trading requirements
- Experience of cash flow forecasting and budget management
- Advanced Xero experience
- The ability to work autonomously and manage a broad finance remit
Personal Attributes We are looking for someone who is:
- Honest and trustworthy
- Highly organised
- Detail-oriented and accurate
- Confident challenging expenditure when appropriate
- A strong communicator
- Calm under pressure
- Professional and discreet when handling confidential information
- Process-driven with a continuous improvement mindset
What's on Offer?
- Salary up to £45,000
- Autonomy and ownership of the finance function
- A varied role with genuine influence across the business
- Close working relationship with senior leadership
- Opportunity to help shape financial processes as the business continues to grow
If you are an experienced SME finance professional looking for a broad and rewarding role where you can make a real impact, we would love to hear from you.
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