Role: Company Accountant/Finance Manager
Location: South Manchester flexible/hybrid working (on completion of probation)
Salary: circa £55,000 - £65,000 (flexible depending on candidate)
Summary:
Medlock Partners are delighted to be exclusively partnering our client, a successful family-owned SME business based in South Manchester area as they look to appoint an experienced Company Accountant, following a recent retirement.
Priding themselves on their down to earth and quirky business culture, The Managing Director is looking for a competent Finance professional who is willing to immerse themselves within the business, working closely with the General Manager and be responsible for managing the day-to-day financial operations of the business, including bookkeeping, financial reporting, payroll, and tax compliance. This position will play a key role in maintaining financial control, supporting the management team with financial analysis, and ensuring the company s financial records are accurate and up-to-date.
Key Responsibilities: - Manage the day-to-day accounting functions, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger, and payroll.
- Prepare monthly management accounts including profit and loss, balance sheet, and cash flow reports.
- Monitor and manage cash flow, ensuring sufficient working capital for operations.
- Maintain accurate financial records and ensure proper documentation for all financial transactions.
- Reconcile bank statements, ledgers, and control accounts on a regular basis.
- Prepare year-end accounts and assist with the external audit process.
- Handle VAT returns, PAYE, and corporation tax submissions, ensuring compliance with HMRC regulations.
- Oversee payroll processing, ensuring employees are paid accurately and on time.
- Prepare financial forecasts and budgets, providing insights to support business planning and decision-making.
- Work closely with department heads to track operational costs, providing analysis to improve efficiency and profitability.
- Manage fixed asset registers and depreciation schedules.
- Assist in pricing strategies, cost analysis, and margin improvement initiatives.
- Ensure financial controls and procedures are in place and being followed.
- Liaise with external auditors, tax advisors, and banks as required.
- Support the Managing Director and senior leadership team with ad-hoc financial reports and projects.
- Evaluate and implement improvements to financial systems and processes to increase efficiency.
Key Requirements: - Qualified or Qualified By Experience (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent) or significant experience in a similar role.
- 3+ years of experience in an accounting role, preferably within SME production related business
- Strong working knowledge of accounting software (e.g., Sage, QuickBooks, Xero) and advanced Excel skills.
- Experience managing full-cycle accounting including payroll, VAT, and tax submissions.
- Ability to prepare and present financial reports to senior management.
- Excellent attention to detail and a strong sense of responsibility.
- Strong organisational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
- Hands-on approach, with a willingness to handle both day-to-day financial tasks and larger strategic projects.
- Good understanding of costing and margin analysis in a manufacturing context.
Benefits: - Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Opportunity to work in a supportive, family-run business environment.
- Career development opportunities within the business.
- Flexible working options may be available.
The ideal candidate will be an experienced CIMA/ACCA qualified finance professional with a strong character, good sense of humour, doesn t take themselves too seriously and excellent communication skills. Candidate s with experience of stock management will also be of interest however, this is beneficial not essential. This role would also suit an experienced Management Accountant who is comfortable operating in a typical robust family run business.
