Finance Manager

Your new company
Hays Senior Finance is supporting a long‑standing SME in the appointment of a Finance Manager to take full ownership of the finance function. Based within easy reach of Wakefield, Batley, Dewsbury, Mirfield and surrounding areas, this is a great opportunity for a qualified finance professional who enjoys both hands‑on delivery and strategic influence.
Finance Manager
Permanent
£50,000
-55,000
Batley - Onsite

Your new role
You'll lead the month end process, strengthen financial reporting, and act as a trusted partner to operational teams. This role suits someone who thrives in a fast‑paced SME environment and wants to play a key part in shaping future performance.

Take responsibility for preparing monthly management accounts, including P&L, balance sheet and cash flow
Provide clear, concise analysis to support operational and commercial decision making
Support budgeting and forecasting cycles
Work closely with operational teams to help them understand performance and cost drivers
Assist with pricing reviews, margin analysis and cost monitoring
Promote strong financial discipline across the business
Maintain and improve day to day finance processes and internal controls
Contribute to developing dashboards, KPIs and reporting improvements
Support ongoing enhancements to finance systems and reporting tools
Help manage cash flow and working capital
Oversee payroll, supplier payments and credit control
Ensure compliance with statutory and HMRC requirements
Support year end processes and liaise with external accountants

What you'll need to succeed

Qualified finance professional with strong post qualification experience - CIMA, ACCA
Proven month‑end ownership and business partnering capability
Background in SMEs within manufacturing, engineering, distribution, logistics or similar would be a huge benefit in this role.
Confident communicator able to simplify financial information for the wider teams.
Commercially minded, proactive and hands‑on.
Must have full UK working rights (no sponsorship)
What you'll get in return

Full‑time position
Supportive leadership team and established finance function
Free parking
Real influence over financial strategy and operational performance
Opportunities for progression as the business grows
What you need to do now
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