Finance Manager

Finance Manager
Location: Harrogate
Salary: £36,000 + performance based bonus
Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday, 9:00am - 5:30pm with an hour for lunch
Benefits: 24 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays (increasing with length of service), holiday buy back scheme, Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), company socials, supportive and collaborative working environment

The Role

We re working with a highly regarded business in Harrogate who are looking for an experienced and detail-focused Finance Manager to oversee all aspects of their financial operations.

This is a hands-on position responsible for maintaining financial accuracy, ensuring compliance and providing clear reporting to support strategic decision making. The role offers variety and autonomy, with involvement across day-to-day accounting, financial reporting and process improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of company accounting using Sage 50 Accounts

• Oversee purchase and sales ledgers, petty cash and daily bank reconciliations

• Administer supplier payments and customer receipts efficiently

• Prepare monthly management accounts and financial reports

• Complete VAT returns and manage payroll via Sage Pay (PAYE, pensions, HMRC updates)

• Lead month-end and year-end closing procedures including reconciliations

• Support budgeting and forecasting, analysing variances and advising on improvements

• Monitor aged debtors and implement effective credit control

• Oversee high-volume client accounts

• Manage payments, deposits and reconciliation processes accurately

• Resolve internal and external financial queries promptly and professionally

• Produce accurate reports for senior leadership

• Support audits and liaise with external accountants as required

About You

• Qualified or part-qualified Accountant (ACCA/CIMA/AAT) or equivalent experience

• Proven experience in finance or accounts management

• Strong knowledge of Sage 50 Accounts and Excel

• Excellent attention to detail, organisation and communication skills

• Proactive, hands-on approach with the ability to manage multiple priorities

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Finance Manager who enjoys variety, autonomy and working in a supportive environment. You ll play a key part in maintaining financial accuracy, improving processes and supporting the continued success of a well-established business.

To apply submit your CV via the link or contact Beth at Unity Resourcing for more information.