Finance Manager

I'm currently working with a growing business in Wolverhampton that is looking to appoint an experienced Finance Manager on a temporary to permanent basis. This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified by experience (QBE) finance professional who is immediately available or on a very short notice period. This is a hands-on management role where you'll take ownership of the finance function, leading a team of four across management accounting and transactional finance. You'll ensure the smooth running of the department, maintain robust financial controls, and provide accurate and timely financial information to support business decisions. Key responsibilities: Managing, mentoring and developing a finance team of four Full responsibility for the Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable functions, ensuring efficient day-to-day operations Overseeing supplier payments, payment runs and maintaining strong supplier relationships Monitoring debtor balances, driving collections, reducing aged debt and improving cash collection performance Reviewing sales and purchase ledger processes to ensure accuracy, efficiency and strong financial controls Managing cash flow and working capital, ensuring timely payments and receipts Producing monthly management accounts Leading month-end and year-end close processes Budgeting, forecasting and variance analysis Balance sheet reconciliations and journal postings VAT returns and statutory compliance Identifying and implementing process improvements across the finance function Business partnering with operational managers and senior stakeholders to provide meaningful financial insight Supporting the Finance Director with ad hoc reporting, analysis and finance projects The ideal candidate will have: Proven experience as a Finance Manager or Senior Management Accountant Qualified by experience (QBE) or part-qualified/qualified accountant Previous responsibility for overseeing both Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable teams Strong leadership skills with experience managing and developing finance staff Excellent knowledge of management accounting, financial controls and cash flow management The ability to work autonomously and hit the ground running Previous experience working within a fast-paced commercial environment The role: Temp to permanent opportunity Immediate start preferred Office based, 5 days per week in Wolverhampton Competitive salary/day rate depending on experience If you're immediately available and looking for your next opportunity, I'd love to hear from you. Please send me your CV or get in touch for a confidential discussion.