Job Description:

Finance Manager
Location: Shirley, Solihull
Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time – Office Based
Hours: 9am to 5pm, Monday to Friday
Salary: £40,000 - £50,000

Pertemps are recruiting on behalf of a growing and ambitious business based in Shirley, Solihull, who are looking to appoint an experienced and hands-on Finance Manager to lead their finance function and support the wider leadership team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially minded finance professional who enjoys working within a fast-paced environment and wants to play a key role in the continued growth of the business. Reporting directly into the CEO and senior leadership team, the successful candidate will oversee the day-to-day finance operation, manage a small office-based team, and contribute towards strategic financial planning, process improvements, and cost-saving initiatives.

The role requires a strong operational approach alongside the ability to provide meaningful financial insight to support business decisions.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the day-to-day running of the finance department
• Manage daily bank processing and reconciliations, including invoice discounting schedules
• Produce weekly and monthly sales invoicing using Sage 50 and Timegate systems
• Oversee purchase ledger processing and credit control activities
• Complete monthly payroll reconciliations
• Lead, mentor and develop a small finance team
• Drive cashflow management and maximise available working capital
• Support the production of annual financial statements and year-end processes
• Provide information and support for external auditors
• Identify and implement process improvements and cost-saving opportunities
• Work closely with the CEO and wider leadership team to support business growth and operational efficiency

Candidate Requirements

• ACCA or CIMA qualified accountant
• Previous experience within a Finance Manager position
• Strong working knowledge of Sage 50 is essential
• Experience managing invoice discounting facilities is essential
• Advanced Excel skills
• Previous experience working within a fast-paced and growing business
• Strong leadership and people management skills
• Commercially aware with the confidence to challenge processes and drive improvements
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to work across all levels of the business
• Hands-on and proactive approach to finance operations

Benefits

• 21 days holiday plus Bank Holidays
• Additional holiday entitlement with length of service (up to 25 days)
• Company-funded gym membership following probation
• Contributory pension scheme
• Free on-site parking with EV charging access

 
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a forward-thinking business where you can make a genuine impact and play a key role in shaping the future of the finance function.