Finance Manager

Job DescriptionFinance Manager Opportunity - Batley Your new companyHays Senior Finance is supporting a longstanding SME in the appointment of a Finance Manager to take full ownership of the finance function. Based within easy reach of Wakefield, Batley, Dewsbury, Mirfield and surrounding areas, this is a great opportunity for a qualified finance professional who enjoys both handson delivery and strategic influence.Finance ManagerPermanent50,000 -55,000Batley - OnsiteYour new roleYoull lead the month end process, strengthen financial reporting, and act as a trusted partner to operational teams. This role suits someone who thrives in a fastpaced SME environment and wants to play a key part in shaping future performance.Take responsibility for preparing monthly management accounts, including P&L, balance sheet and cash flowProvide clear, concise analysis to support operational and commercial decision makingSupport budgeting and forecasting cyclesWork closely with operational teams to help them understand performance and cost driversAssist with pricing reviews, margin analysis and cost monitoringPromote strong financial discipline across the businessMaintain and improve day to day finance processes and internal controlsContribute to developing dashboards, KPIs and reporting improvementsSupport ongoing enhancements to finance systems and reporting toolsHelp manage cash flow and working capitalOversee payroll, supplier payments and credit controlEnsure compliance with statutory and HMRC requirementsSupport year end processes and liaise with external accountantsWhat you''ll need to succeedQualified finance professional with strong post qualification experience - CIMA, ACCAProven monthend ownership and business partnering capabilityBackground in SMEs within manufacturing, engineering, distribution, logistics or similar would be a huge benefit in this role.Confident communicator able to simplify financial information for the wider teams.Commercially minded, proactive and handson.Must have full UK working rights (no sponsorship)What you''ll get in returnFulltime positionSupportive leadership team and established finance functionFree parkingReal influence over financial strategy and operational performanceOpportunities for progression as the business growsWhat you need to do nowIf you''re interested in this role, click ''apply now'' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn''t quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. # 4768643

Created: 2026-04-08