Elevation Accountancy and Finance are excited to be working with a fantastic business in the York area as they look to recruit a Finance Manager on a full time, permanent basis.
Benefits:
Company Laptop and phone
Work place Pension Scheme
A friendly, open, and caring culture
22.5 Days Holiday (increasing to 25 from 2025) plus Bank Holidays
Generous staff discount
Duties and Responsibilities:
Manage all accounting functions, including statutory and management accounts, payroll, reporting, and cash flow management
Oversee day-to-day financial operations, including invoicing, chasing debtors, and managing suppliers
Proactively monitor and manage cash flow, including chasing customer payments and negotiating terms with suppliers
Utilise all available financial data to produce accurate and insightful reports for senior management
Liaise with auditors and external accountants regarding statutory accounts preparation
Provide leadership and guidance to junior finance staff, fostering a collaborative and high-performing team environment
Lead financial meetings and take the lead on accounts, pricing, and forecasting
Ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards and regulations
Person Specification:
ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified accountant
Experience within an SME environment
Can Do attitude
Proven experience of cash flow management and reporting
Commercial mindset with a big-picture approach
Experience in communicating with suppliers to negotiate terms and influence outcomes
Excellent analytical, organisational and problem-solving skills
Strong communication skills, with the ability to interact confidently with individuals at all levels
Ability to deliver under pressure
Fluency in Microsoft Office suite, particularly Excel
Manufacturing experience (desired, but not essential)
Be familiar with CRM software
Understand the production challenges and work with the team to resolve issues
Robust listening, presentation, and decision-making skills
Availability to travel as needed
If this looks like a role of interest then please get in touch!
