Finance Manager

West Yorkshire, Yorkshire and the Humber £50000 - £60000 Annually Sewell Wallis Ltd

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Sewell Wallis is 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 that puts its people first. We are looking for a great manager and mentor who can continue developing the team as they work through their professional studies.

What will you be doing?

  • The Finance Manager will 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.
  • Prepare and post month-end journal entries (prepayments, accruals, revenue adjustments, manufacturing variances).
  • Produce timely and accurate management accounts under the company's 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 ensure accuracy of lease vehicle schedules and coordinate 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

What skills do we need?

  • CIMA or ACCA qualified (or equivalent).
  • Extensive working knowledge of SAP or a similar ERP system.
  • Previous experience in a manufacturing environment is highly desirable.
  • Demonstrated ability to work to tight, recurring deadlines under pressure.
  • Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, lookups, formula-driven reports).
  • Strong communication, interpersonal, and analytical skills.
  • Proven leadership and team management capabilities.

What's on offer?

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

Apply for this role below, or for more information, contact Kayley.

To apply please send your CV, quoting our reference and specifying which website you saw this position advertised on. Due to the high volume of applications please accept that if we have not responded to your application within seven days, your application has not been successful. Sewell Wallis is a specialist recruitment company with a vast amount of experience in our industry we offer permanent, temporary and interim recruitment support for accounting and finance, human resources and business support positions. We recruit at all levels within finance from Purchase Ledger Administrator and Credit Controller level through to Financial Controller and Director positions. With offices in Sheffield and Leeds, we are well situated to cover all of South Yorkshire, West Yorkshire and Manchester. Please visit our website for more information on accountancy and finance jobs and human resources or business support positions.

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Finance Manager

Bradford, Yorkshire and the Humber £40000 - £45000 Annually IPS Finance

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A Bradford based charity is looking to recruit a proactive Finance Manager to lead the finance function and support strategic decision-making through accurate reporting, robust controls, and clear financial insight.

This is a senior role reporting to the Chief Executive which will suit a hands-on role Finance Manager who can manage the full financial cycle, drive improvements, and communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

  • Own the end-to-end bookkeeping and financial accounting for the organisation
  • Produce monthly management accounts, P&L, and balance sheet reports with commentary
  • Manage cashflow and maintain detailed cash forecasts
  • Deliver department-level budgets
  • Take full responsibility for invoicing, uploading, and credit control, including chasing outstanding payments
  • Oversee all purchasing and ensure robust tracking of procurement activity
  • Ensure timely submission of VAT returns, payroll, and other statutory reports
  • Lead financial planning and analysis, providing detailed reporting for leadership
  • Maintain and enhance financial controls, processes, and compliance protocols

The business uses Xero, strong excel skills would also be advantageous. The role is open to AAT, part qualified, qualified or qualified by experience accountants.

If you are interested in this Finance Manager opportunity or would like any further information, please do not hesitate to contact Richard Warwick at IPS Finance.

IPS Finance has 45 years experience in the Yorkshire accountancy recruitment market. We have built our business on long term relationships with both individuals and clients in all sectors, bringing real benefits to all concerned. Please visit the IPS Finance website to view the latest accountancy / finance and practice opportunities.
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Finance Manager

Leeds, Yorkshire and the Humber £15 - £20 Hourly Carmichael UK

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Carmicheal are seeking an experienced Finance Manager to join the Team based in Leeds for a Tier1 Engineering Company.

The role is for 5 Months and offers remote working with the occasional day working in the office.

Lead the financial management of the designated portfolio of contracts.

Support the commercial and project management teams with accurate cost information, ensuring strong financial control of costs, cross charges and timesheet information

Ensure all financial controls applied with cost control and balance sheet reconciliations completed, and with attention to cash management for the projects

Ensure timely and accurate financial reporting supporting month end requirements including CLR reporting and any ad-hoc analysis

Financial lead for any client or external audit requirements

Drive efficiency and automation in financial & operational processes and acting as a champion to deliver change / best practice.    

Reporting and Financial Management

  • Lead the month end close and reporting cycle for the portfolio of contracts
  • li>Support financial and management reporting through CLR reports, producing and attending monthly CLR reviews.
  • Produce management accounts and reconciliations and ad-hoc analysis as inputs to the CLR reporting and contract forecasts
  • Work closely with Sector, Division and Group Financial Control teams to ensure all reporting requirements and queries are met.

Financial Control and Administration

Ensure strong cost controls in place to capture, record and allocate costs

Ensure that month end costs include relevant accruals and prepayments

Produce balance sheet and cash reconciliations at period close

Ensure best practice followed for raising PO, GRNI and invoice matching processes and journal reallocations.

Lead response and providing supporting information for client cost audits and for internal and external audit processes

Contract Management Processes

Support the business in setting up new delivery projects in a timely manner including E1, supplier arrangements and client invoicing.

Support expenses and timesheet validation, including review and approval for staff expense claims.

Manage the internal recharges including AMS IT costs for staff

Provide financial support, insight of the project costs

Cash

Lead cash management for the projects including E1 cash reallocations

Working with the R2R team ensure effective invoicing to clients and ensure that all debtor balances are collected and remain collectable

Working with the P2P team ensure that all external resources are accounted for ensuring timely payment of supplier invoices

Provide input to cash forecasting processes, monitor & minimise WIP

Team

Lead and manage any supporting finance resource, and as appropriate providing support and development opportunities for the team.

Other

Support other analytical or process development exercises as necessary.

Essential

Qualified accountant ideally including experience withing project finance teams and with consultancy operations

Self-starter and strong attention to detail

Strong excel user

Good interpersonal and communication skills, strong team-worker

Desirable

Knowledge of Oracle E1 accounting system or equivalent

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Finance Manager

West Yorkshire, Yorkshire and the Humber £50000 - £60000 Annually Sewell Wallis Ltd

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permanent

Sewell Wallis is 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 that puts its people first. We are looking for a great manager and mentor who can continue developing the team as they work through their professional studies.

What will you be doing?

  • The Finance Manager will 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.
  • Prepare and post month-end journal entries (prepayments, accruals, revenue adjustments, manufacturing variances).
  • Produce timely and accurate management accounts under the company's 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 ensure accuracy of lease vehicle schedules and coordinate 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

What skills do we need?

  • CIMA or ACCA qualified (or equivalent).
  • Extensive working knowledge of SAP or a similar ERP system.
  • Previous experience in a manufacturing environment is highly desirable.
  • Demonstrated ability to work to tight, recurring deadlines under pressure.
  • Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, lookups, formula-driven reports).
  • Strong communication, interpersonal, and analytical skills.
  • Proven leadership and team management capabilities.

What's on offer?

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

Apply for this role below, or for more information, contact Kayley.

To apply please send your CV, quoting our reference and specifying which website you saw this position advertised on. Due to the high volume of applications please accept that if we have not responded to your application within seven days, your application has not been successful. Sewell Wallis is a specialist recruitment company with a vast amount of experience in our industry we offer permanent, temporary and interim recruitment support for accounting and finance, human resources and business support positions. We recruit at all levels within finance from Purchase Ledger Administrator and Credit Controller level through to Financial Controller and Director positions. With offices in Sheffield and Leeds, we are well situated to cover all of South Yorkshire, West Yorkshire and Manchester. Please visit our website for more information on accountancy and finance jobs and human resources or business support positions.

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Finance Manager

Skipton, Yorkshire and the Humber IPS Group

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IPS Finance is handling a newly createdFinance Managerrole to join a leading support services company. This role will support the Group Finance Director in the day-to-day finance operations and lead a small finance team.

This employee-owned business operates internationally and combineinnovation with a strong commitment to client service. They pride themselves on supporting staff development and p.









































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Finance Manager

Bradford, Yorkshire and the Humber IPS Group

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A Bradford based charity is looking to recruit a proactive Finance Manager to lead the finance function and support strategic decision-making through accurate reporting, robust controls, and clear financial insight.

This is a senior role reporting to the Chief Executive which will suit a hands-on role Finance Manager who can manage the full financial cycle, drive improvements, and communicate ef.








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European Finance Manager

South Yorkshire, Yorkshire and the Humber £85000 - £95000 Annually Michael Page

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Are you an experienced finance professional with a strong background in international accounting and statutory reporting? This is an excellent opportunity to take on a pivotal role within a global business, overseeing the financial processes of multiple European entities and leading a small, dedicated finance team.

Client Details

The company is a well-established organisation in the industrial and manufacturing sector. With a solid reputation, this medium-sized business values precision and expertise in delivering high-quality results.

Description

As International Finance Manager, you will be responsible for the end-to-end financial management of five European legal entities across France, Germany, the UK, Spain, and Italy. Working closely with cross-functional teams and senior leaders, you'll ensure accurate reporting, statutory compliance, and effective financial planning and forecasting.

This is a hands-on leadership role with real scope to shape processes, drive improvements, and make a tangible impact on the success of the business.



Key Responsibilities

  • Oversee statutory accounting for European entities including journal entries, reconciliations, month/year-end close, and tax/VAT returns
  • Lead and participate in monthly, quarterly, and annual closings, including trial balance reviews, flux analysis, payroll and expense reporting, and Sarbanes-Oxley certifications
  • Manage external and internal audits across multiple countries
  • Support system and process improvements, including a key role in transitioning the France general ledger from Sage to Oracle
  • Partner with US-based finance teams, providing insight and support for global reporting
  • Lead, mentor, and develop a small European finance team

Profile

We're looking for a strong, hands-on finance leader who is confident managing international processes and enjoys balancing technical expertise with people leadership.

This role will suit you if you are:

  • Professionally qualified (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent)

  • Experienced in financial close and forecasting, with at least 5 years in accounting

  • Confident leading teams, keeping projects on track and delivering results under pressure

  • Comfortable working with ERP systems

  • Skilled in international statutory reporting, ideally with 8-10 years' experience

  • Familiar with accounting requirements in France, Germany, and the UK

  • Used to working in multi-national, multi-currency organisations

Job Offer

  • A competitive salary ranging from 85000 to 95000 per annum.
  • 25 days holiday + stats
  • 10% bonus
  • International travel to the USA and Europe
  • A supportive and collaborative company culture.
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Interim Finance Manager

Halifax, Yorkshire and the Humber £30000 - £35000 Annually Arc Recruitment

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contract, temporary

We are working with a well-respected organisation based in Halifax who are seeking an experienced Interim Finance Manager to support them during a period of transition. This is a temporary role for 3 months , with the possibility of becoming a permanent opportunity for the right candidate.

The Role

As Interim Finance Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day financial operations, preparing statutory accounts, and providing timely financial insights to support strategic decisions. You will work closely with the CEO and Board of Trustees, as well as managing a small finance team.

Key Responsibilities

  • p>Lead the month-end and year-end close process

  • Prepare accurate and timely management accounts and statutory reports

  • Manage payroll and pension processes

  • Submit VAT returns and ensure compliance with HMRC regulations

  • Support and advise budget holders across the organisation

  • Oversee financial systems and controls

  • Liaise with external partners including auditors, banks, and pension providers

  • Maintain weekly cashflow forecasts and manage accruals/prepayments

  • Ensure compliance with accounting standards, including Charities SORP

Requirements

  • Strong financial management experience

  • Solid understanding of accounting principles (SORP experience desirable)

  • Excellent communication and leadership skills

  • Experience using Xero and Sage (desirable)

  • Immediate availability preferred

What’s on Offer

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    Competitive salary of £30,000–£35,000 per annum (pro rata) - to be considered for the higher salary then you must have experience of the desirable criteria - working experience of SORP, Xero and Sage 

  • Full-time hours, Monday to Friday

  • Opportunity to move into a permanent role if successful in post

  • Chance to work with a values-driven, impactful organisation

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Commercial Finance Manager

West Yorkshire, Yorkshire and the Humber £55000 Annually Michael Page

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The Commercial Finance Manager will play a pivotal role in driving financial performance and supporting strategic decision-making within the FMCG industry. Based in West Yorkshire, this permanent position involves month end, managing financial planning, analysis, and reporting as well as business partnering for this particular area of the business.

Client Details

This is an opportunity to join a fast paced company in the FMCG industry, known for its innovative and high-quality products in a very popular part of the industry.

Description

  • Prepare and analyse commercial financial reports to support business decisions and identify trends in different business areas.
  • Collaborate with departments to develop budgets and forecasts, ensuring alignment with strategic goals.
  • Monitor and evaluate financial performance, providing actionable insights to stakeholders.
  • Oversee cost management initiatives to optimise profitability within the accounting and finance department.
  • Support the preparation of financial models for new business opportunities and investments.
  • Present financial findings and recommendations to senior management.
  • Be the go-to finance professional for this area of the business

Profile

A successful Commercial Finance Manager should have:

  • Professional qualifications in accounting or finance (e.g., ACCA, CIMA, or ACA).
  • Experience in financial planning, analysis, and reporting within the FMCG industry.
  • Experienced in financial modelling and data analysis tools.
  • Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
  • Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities.
  • Knowledge of financial regulations and compliance standards.
  • Proactive and adaptable mindset to meet organisational needs

Job Offer

  • Competitive salary of c.55,000
  • Hybrid working arrangements to support work-life balance.
  • Holiday allowance and company benefits.
  • Staff discounts and free company products
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Transactional Finance Manager

West Yorkshire, Yorkshire and the Humber £400 - £600 Daily Barclay Meade

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Finance Manager - Contract

400-600 per day (Inside IR35) | Hybrid, with 1-2 days a week in Leeds Office

Contract Length - 4 months


We're seeking a hands-on Finance Manager with strong attention to detail and a background in engineering, infrastructure, or consultancy. This is a transactional, project-focused role working closely with Finance, Project, and Commercial teams to manage a portfolio of large-scale contracts.
You'll lead on month-end processes, cash flow management, accounts receivable/payable, and ensure robust financial controls, while providing clear insight to senior stakeholders.
Key Skills & Experience:


  • Qualified, Part Qualified, or QBE accountant

  • Proven track record in project finance within large engineering, infrastructure, or consultancy environments

  • Highly transactional and detail-focused

  • Strong Excel skills

  • Excellent stakeholder management


Day rate: 400-600 (Inside IR35) | Location: Hybrid + occasional Leeds/meeting travel | Start: ASAP

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