28 Finance Manager jobs in West Yorkshire

Sewell Wallis is delighted to be recruiting for a Finance Manager on behalf of a global manufacturer based in Northwest Leeds. With 40+ years of experience working across a diverse range of sectors.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a qualified Finance Manager to join the finance team, taking responsibility for leading a small finance team and delivering accurate financial reporting and analysis across multiple entities.

What will you be doing?

• Provide leadership and day-to-day support to a small team of transactional finance professionals.
• Oversee key accounting operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, fixed assets, general ledger, and financial reporting.
• Deliver accurate and timely management accounts in line with internal reporting deadlines.
• Prepare and post month-end journal entries, including prepayments, accruals, revenue adjustments, and manufacturing variances.
• Conduct monthly balance sheet reconciliations and quarterly variance analysis on the trial balance, ensuring appropriate follow-up and resolution.
• Manage and maintain the fixed asset register, including the creation of internal orders in SAP and adherence to company asset management policies.
• Support both internal and external audit processes, ensuring timely and accurate provision of required documentation and analysis.

What skills do we need?

• CIMA/ACA/ACCA qualified.
• Substantial experience within management accounting.
• Experience gained with a manufacturing environment.
• Advanced understanding of MS Excel, as well as SAP or similar ERP systems.
• Proven ability to manage and lead a team.
• Proven ability to work to deadline.
• Able to thrive under pressure.
• Excellent management and communication skills.

What's on offer?

• Up to 55,000 per annum, depending on experience.
• Hybrid working - 3 days in the office, 2 at home.
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays.
• 7% employer pension contribution.
• Opportunities for career progression.
• On-site parking.
• A supportive and collaborative work environment.

For more information or to apply, please contact Emma Johnsen.

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.

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 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 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.

Our client is currently looking for a Finance Manager who will work closely with the Finance, Project, and Commercial Management teams to support a portfolio of contracts. The finance manager will provide strong operational control, timely reporting, financial insight, and robust management of accounts receivable and payable.

5 month contract based in Leeds.

Role Purpose:

• Lead the financial management of the designated portfolio of contracts.

• Provide accurate cost information to commercial and project management teams, ensuring strong financial control of costs, cross-charges, and timesheet data.

• Maintain financial controls including cost control, balance sheet reconciliations, and cash management.
• Ensure timely and accurate financial reporting to support month-end requirements, including CLR reporting and ad-hoc analysis.
• Act as the financial lead for client and external audit requirements.
• Drive efficiency and automation in financial and operational processes, championing change and best prac

Key Responsibilities

Reporting and Financial Management

• Lead the month-end close and reporting cycle for the portfolio of contracts.
• Support financial and management reporting via CLR reports and monthly CLR reviews.
• Produce management accounts, reconciliations, and ad-hoc analysis to inform CLR reporting and contract forecasts.
• Collaborate with Sector, Division, and Group Financial Control teams to meet all reporting requirements and resolve queries.

Financial Control and Administration

• Ensure strong cost controls to capture, record, and allocate costs accurately.
• Ensure month-end costs include appropriate accruals and prepayments.
• Complete balance sheet and cash reconciliations at period close.
• Adhere to best practice for PO raising, GRNI, invoice matching, and journal reallocations.
• Lead and support responses to client cost audits and internal/external audit processes.

Contract Management Processes

• Support the setup of new delivery projects, supplier arrangements, and client invoicing.
• Review and approve staff expenses and timesheet validation.
• Manage internal recharges, including AMS IT costs for staff.
• Provide financial insight into project costs.

Cash Management

• Lead cash management for projects, including E1 cash reallocations.
• Ensure timely and effective client invoicing and collection of debtor balances, working with the R2R team.
• Ensure external resources are accurately accounted for and supplier invoices are paid promptly, working with the P2P team.
• Contribute to cash forecasting, monitor WIP, and take actions to minimise outstanding balances.

Team Leadership

• Lead and manage supporting finance resources.
• Provide development opportunities and support to team members, as appropriate.

Person Specification

Essential

• Qualified accountant, ideally with experience in project finance and consultancy operations.
• Self-starter with strong attention to detail.
• Advanced Excel skills.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills; collaborative team player.

Company information

At First Recruitment Group we understand just how important it is to secure the right people. That is why our Recruitment Consultants always take the time to understand requirements in detail and offer sound advice to both clients and candidates.  We actively recruit at all levels and this is a superb opportunity for a Finance Manager looking for new employment.

As part of putting people first, we strive to be an equal opportunities employer and we are always looking to increase the diversity of our workforce, working closely with our clients to ensure everyone is included.

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. We looking for a great manager and mentor who can continue developing of the team as they work through their professional studies.

What will you be doing?

• 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 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

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.

• Oversee, review and sign off the monthly MI pack, including P&L, balance sheet and cashflow/working capital statements
• Manage 2 direct reports, a Management Accountant and Finance Assistant
• Prepare the Board slides for CFO review, to present the monthly management accounts with commentary
• Fully understand performance figures, conducting deep dives where required to better explain performance
• Prepare and provide trend analysis (with support of the Management Accountant), focusing on weekly unit, sales and margin analysis
• Prepare the initial draft annual budget for the business on a timely basis, for review by the CFO
• To review in detail and amend where required, the rolling cashflow forecast (both 13 week and 6 monthly) initially prepared by the Management Accountant, to ensure that this is accurate; shared on a timely basis with the CFO

• ACA, ACCA or CIMA Qualified
• Previous experience working in a fast paced environment is essential
• An ability to take on responsibilities outside of a traditional accounting role
• Process improvement and/or systems implementation experience desirable

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an ambitious finance professional looking to progress their experience within a FTSE listed construction business with a track record of delivering high profile infrastructure projects.

The role is based in Leeds – 6 Months currently

This is a critical role within the Systems function that involves collecting, processing, validating and presenting accurate financial data. Whilst also providing strategic, financial and operational feedback on the performance of the company to senior management.

The role will be involved in assisting in the set up and development of the System processes, supporting the Senior Finance Manager & providing delivery of day-to-day finance systems activities.

The role includes exposure to senior management of the group and other central finance functions, providing an excellent opportunity to demonstrate your ability for further advancement.

Role Responsibilities

This role will be responsible for the supervision of all daily, weekly and monthly financial systems administration responsibilities related to a suite of Finance Systems, in particular Mercur (Budgeting and Reporting System) and TEFA (Timesheet System)

Provide ongoing management of the data flows, integration processes and governance of the Mercur System. Lead the resolution of support issues and configuration changes.

Support the Senior Finance Manager with the financial systems administration of the company’s ERP System (Oracle), deputising as required

The primary responsibilities of this role are:

Management & development of the Finance Assistant.

Become the support contact for users of Mercur , answering business queries and responding to tickets raised in the IT portal for Mercur.

Become the point of contact for the Support Function users of TEFA and ensure the provision of a timely, accurate and customer-focused service delivery

Define best practices, standardise processes and usage and provide documentation for both the Mercur and TEFA systems

Ensure access to the Mercur System complies with Finance policies and procedures and complete regular audits to confirm.

Coordination of data cleanse and accuracy, monitoring exception reports when launched making sure information held in Mercur can be used to make informed decisions in the business

Our client is looking for a Finance Manager to join their manufacturing site in Rotherham, offering growth into an FC position with full site responsibility.

This position highlights an excellent opportunity to take on an initial Finance Manager role with a view to progressing into becoming a Senior Finance Leader within 12-18 months.

The Finance Manager role will report to the Finance Director alongside the Managing Director with the key aim being to own and manage the accounting function of the business alongside supporting the Managing Director from a strategic standpoint, ensuring focus on profitability and enhancing business performance through the means of accurate short, medium and long term planning.

Duties and responsibilities will include:

• Production of full month end reports including management accounts, balance sheet management and bank reconciliations

• Acting as Business Partner across site

• Leading budgeting and forecasting processes

• Weekly cashflow

• Engaging in in cost management reviews and improvement projects

• Production of management information packs for Board and CEO

• Continuous improvement where needed

• Oversee year end process whilst acting as a point of contact for auditors

• Completion and submission of quarterly VAT returns

Person Specification:

• ACA / ACCA / CIMA

For further information or a private and confidential conversation either for this specific opportunity or your personal job search please contact Jack Curtis on (phone number removed) or (phone number removed).

Sharp Consultancy is a finance and accountancy recruitment specialist assisting accounting and finance divisions of businesses in the Yorkshire and Derbyshire area. With over 30 years' experience we pride ourselves on sourcing excellent finance professionals across all divisions of an accounts function.

Candidates must be eligible to work in the UK full time without restriction. Due to the high volume of applications, we receive it is not always possible to respond to unsuccessful applicants. Therefore, if we have not responded to your application within seven days, please note that on this occasion your application has not been successful.

Role: Finance Manager
Type: Permanent
Salary: 47,000 - 55,000
Requirments: Hybrid 2-3 days on-site
Location: Sheffield, South Yorkshire

Sellick Partnership are currently recruiting for a Finance Manager on behalf of a Multi-Academy Trust within the Public Sector.

This is a key role supporting the CEO and COO in managing and co-ordinating financial processes across the Trust and its academies. The successful applicant will lead the finance team and contribute to the operational development of the Trust's schools.

• Oversee the Trust's financial systems and ensure compliance with statutory and funding requirements

• Lead, manage and develop the finance team across multiple academies

• Support budget setting, monitoring and forecasting processes

• Provide timely and accurate financial reporting to senior leadership and stakeholders

• Develop and implement effective financial controls and procedures

• Liaise with auditors, external partners and funding bodies as required

• Proven experience in a senior finance role, ideally within education or the wider public sector

• Strong leadership and people management skills

• Excellent communication and organisational abilities

• High level of attention to detail and strong analytical skills

• Confidence in working independently and making sound financial decisions

• The ability to build strong working relationships across schools and external stakeholders

If you believe you are well-suited to this opportunity, please apply directly or contact Jack Rice at Sellick Partnership (Derby Office) for more information.

The closing date for CVs is Friday 18th June . Due to the urgent nature of this role, interviews will be arranged as soon as possible.

Sellick Partnership is proud to be an inclusive and accessible recruitment business and we support applications from candidates of all backgrounds and circumstances. Please note, our advertisements use years' experience, hourly rates, and salary levels purely as a guide and we assess applications based on the experience and skills evidenced on the CV. For information on how your personal details may be used by Sellick Partnership, please review our data processing notice on our website.

Sewell Wallis is pleased to be representing this growing and innovative company based in Sheffield, South Yorkshire, in their search for a Finance Manager.

Offering a number 2 position to a brilliant mentor who has grown and progressed within the company himself, demonstrating the possibilities for someone willing to work hard and learn.

What will you be doing?

• Prepare monthly management accounts, KPIs, and variance analysis.
• Ensure timely and accurate financial reporting
• Produce and present financial reports to senior leadership.
• Lead the annual budgeting and quarterly forecasting processes.
• Track performance against budgets and provide insight on deviations.
• Support operational decision-making with financial modelling and scenario planning.
• Analyse and monitor costs, overheads, and margins.
• Inventory control
• Monitor and manage cash flow, including forecasting and planning.
• The Finance Manager will oversee banking relationships and optimise working capital.
• Ensure robust credit control and debtor management.
• Ensure compliance with HMRC regulations (VAT, PAYE, Corporation Tax).
• Liaise with external auditors and manage the year-end audit process.
• Maintain and improve internal controls and financial procedures.
• Supervise and develop a small finance team
• Drive process improvements and system enhancements across finance.
• Promote a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.

What skills will you need?

• As a Finance manager you'll need to be ACA/ACCA/CIMA Qualified or equivalent QBE
• Experience in a similar role
• People management experience
• Able to work on your own initiative, independently and collaboratively
• Communication skills
• Excel (V lookups, Pivots)

What's on offer?

• Finance manager will be an office based role - central location, on-site parking
• 25 days annual leave + stats
• 4% matched pension
• Westfield health
• Attractive working hours with a 3pm finish on a Friday alongside flexibility when needed
• Brilliant mentor to work with who has demonstrated the possibilities of growth and development within the company

Apply for this role below or for more information, contact Hannah Sharp.

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.