Finance Manager

This is an outstanding opportunity to join a long-established, privately owned business based in Liverpool, with an enviable reputation within its sector. Combining over a century of heritage with ambitious growth plans, the company is investing heavily in its people, systems, infrastructure and future capability, creating an exciting environment for an ambitious finance professional to make their mark.

Client Details

Reporting directly to the Managing Director, you will take ownership of the finance function whilst partnering closely with operational, commercial and purchasing teams across the business. This is a highly visible role offering the chance to contribute to strategic decision-making, improve processes and help drive operational efficiency across the organisation.

Description

The successful Finance Manager will enjoy a broad remit spanning financial management, commercial analysis, pricing, reporting and business improvement projects.

Ownership of cash flow management and day-to-day finance operations

Production of monthly management accounts and financial reporting

Management of VAT returns and liaison with external accountants

Supporting month-end and year-end processes

Monitoring supplier pricing and protecting product margin performance

Maintaining customer pricing structures across business systems

Producing financial and performance reports for suppliers and buying groups

Partnering with operational and purchasing teams to identify efficiencies

Supporting major systems and warehouse improvement projects

Driving continuous improvement across processes, reporting and controls

Assisting leadership in making informed commercial decisions

Profile

We're keen to speak with qualified or qualified-by-experience finance professionals who enjoy operating in a hands-on environment and want to be part of a growing business.

The successful Finance Manager will have:

Previous experience in a Finance Manager or senior accounting role

Strong management accounting and reporting experience

Excellent Excel skills and confidence working with large datasets

Experience of ERP systems, ideally SAP Business One

Commercial awareness and the ability to influence decision-making

A proactive, solutions-focused approach

Strong communication skills and the ability to build relationships across the business

SQL experience would be advantageous but is by no means essential

Job Offer

Our client will offer you:

Salary of £50,000 – £55,000 depending on experience

Company car

Employee discount scheme

Free on-site parking

Electric vehicle charging facilities

Flexible start and finish times

Direct exposure to senior leadership

Significant project involvement

Modern working environment

Friendly, collaborative culture

Genuine opportunity to shape the future direction of the finance functionPeople are at the heart of Michael Page. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment. As an inclusive recruiter we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities and experiences. If you require any adjustments or accommodations during the recruitment process, we'll work with you to ensure you can perform at your best