Senior Commercial Finance Manager

Senior Commercial Finance Manager

Full-Time 31500 - 38500 £ / year (est.) Home office (partial)
Sewell Wallis

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Lead a finance team and manage monthly accounts for a global manufacturing group.
  • Company: Join a people-first global manufacturing group based in Leeds.
  • Benefits: Competitive salary, hybrid working, and generous pension contributions.
  • Other info: Great career growth opportunities and involvement in exciting financial projects.
  • Why this job: Make an impact in finance while enjoying a supportive and dynamic work culture.
  • Qualifications: CIMA or ACCA qualified with strong SAP and Excel skills.

The predicted salary is between 31500 - 38500 £ per year.

Sewell Wallis are currently working with a global manufacturing group based in Leeds as they look to appoint a Finance Manager due to internal promotion. With the support of a team of five, the successful candidate will take full responsibility for producing monthly management accounts for the UK business. This West Yorkshire business has a great working culture who put their people first.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead and support a team of 5 (2 part time Accounts Payable Clerks, 2 part time General Finance Assistants, and 1 Finance Apprentice).
  • Oversee core accounting functions, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, fixed assets, general ledger, and financial analysis.
  • Produce timely and accurate management accounts under companies reporting deadlines.
  • Maintain and manage the fixed asset register; create internal orders on SAP and ensure compliance with company asset management procedures.
  • Perform monthly balance sheet reconciliations and quarterly trial balance variance analysis with appropriate follow-up actions.
  • Review and approve payroll and supplier payments, ensuring accuracy and adherence to financial controls.
  • Approve and validate vendor setups and changes in line with internal policies.
  • Support both internal and external financial audits, ensuring timely and accurate responses to auditor requests.
  • Assist with lease reconciliation and ensuring accuracy of lease vehicle schedules and coordinating with relevant departments for changes or renewals.
  • Identify and implement improvements to financial systems and processes to enhance efficiency, control, and reporting accuracy.
  • Participate in ad hoc financial projects and initiatives as assigned.

Qualifications:

  • CIMA or ACCA qualified (or equivalent).
  • Extensive working knowledge of SAP or a similar ERP system.
  • Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, lookups, formula-driven reports).

Salary of up to £60,000 depending on experience. Hybrid working (3 days in the office). 8% employer pension contribution. On site parking.

To apply please send your CV, quoting our reference and specifying which website you saw this position advertised on.

Senior Commercial Finance Manager employer: Sewell Wallis

As a Finance Manager at our dynamic company, you will thrive in a supportive work culture that values collaboration and innovation. We offer competitive salaries, bonuses, and a robust pension plan, alongside ample opportunities for professional growth and development within a multi-entity environment. Join us in a location that fosters both personal and career advancement, making your role not just a job, but a meaningful career path.

Sewell Wallis

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We think you need these skills to ace Senior Commercial Finance Manager

Management Accounting
Team Leadership
Accounts Payable
Accounts Receivable
Fixed Assets Management
General Ledger Accounting
Financial Analysis