Finance Manager - closing date 30 September 2026
2 days ago
Bedford
Robert Scott is a well-established, family-run business operating across six sites in Northwest England. We are seeking to appoint an experienced Finance Manager to lead the finance function, financial compliance and payroll. This is a senior, hands‑on role based at Head Office and reporting to the Operations Director. • Take responsibility for all financial compliance and reporting, including tax, VAT, payroll, pensions and other statutory or regulatory returns., • Produce timely monthly management accounts, financial reports, forecasts and KPI’s for the Directors., • Lead and develop the finance team, ensuring effective processes, controls and financial procedures are maintained across the business., • Monitor cash flow, working capital, banking, foreign‑currency exposure, debtors, creditors and associated financial risk., • Take overall responsibility for the accurate and timely delivery of payroll, including pension contributions, payroll reconciliations and statutory compliance., • Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, credit control, supplier payments, business expenses and relevant rental or lease arrangements., • Provide financial analysis and support for business performance, including costings, overhead recovery and margins., • Calculate and present customer retrospective rebate calculations., • Prepare for the annual audit and manage relationships with external accountants, auditors, banks, pension providers and other professional advisers., • Complete or oversee packaging and waste calculations, declarations and other relevant company reporting requirements., • Manage the Company’s life and health insurance schemes., • Maintain and improve finance, payroll and reporting systems, controls and processes., • Financial qualification and demonstrable experience in a senior finance role., • Experience of managing a finance function, producing management accounts, managing cash flow and supporting year‑end accounts and audit activity., • Strong knowledge of financial controls, VAT, payroll, PAYE, National Insurance, pensions and statutory compliance., • Experience of leading or supervising a finance team and working with Directors and external advisers., • Strong commercial awareness, analytical ability, sound judgement and attention to detail., • Highly developed communication and interpersonal skills., • Strong Microsoft Excel skills and confidence using finance, payroll and ERP systems., • Based at Oak View Mill, Manchester Road, Greenfield, OL3 7HG., • 35 hours per week on site (Monday to Friday 9.00am-5.00pm)., • Competitive salary commensurate with experience. #J-18808-Ljbffr