Finance Manager
11 days ago
Sunderland
If you're in practice and thinking "there's got to be more than this"… then keep reading.\n\nOr if you're already in industry, doing the statutory work but not really progressing, this could be exactly what you've been waiting for.\n\nWhy this role?\n\nThis isn't a back-office, keep-your-head-down finance role.\n\nThis is a newly created position where the Finance Director wants someone to come in, take ownership and make it their own.\n\nThey're not looking for someone to just maintain what's there. They want someone who will:\n\nChallenge how things are done\nImprove processes\nBring in automation and AI\nHelp build a more efficient, forward-thinking finance functionYou'll be working in a collaborative, open-plan office, alongside operations, HR and the wider business, not hidden away in finance.\n\nWith strong growth plans ahead, this is a chance to get your feet under the table now and grow with the business.\n\nWhat you'll be doing\n\nLeading on statutory accounts and audit\nOwning VAT, tax and compliance\nManaging and supporting a transactional finance team\nOverseeing payroll (with a dedicated Payroll Manager in place)\nReviewing and improving finance processes\nDriving automation and efficiency across finance\nSupporting CIS processes (experience here would be beneficial but not essential)\n\n What they're looking for\n\nFully qualified accountant (ACCA / ACA / CIMA) or QBE with strong relevant experience\nStrong audit and statutory experience\nSomeone ready for a step up, not just a sideways move\nConfident, proactive and comfortable working across teams\nSomeone who wants to make things better, not just maintain\n\n What's in it for you?\n\nA genuine step up in your career\nThe chance to shape a role around you\nPotential to progress into a Financial Controller role\nReal progression as the business grows\nExposure to AI, systems and process improvement\nA friendly, collaborative environment where you're part of the wider team