Job Description
Finance Manager with Xero
Location: Hucknall
Salary: Competitive (dependent on experience)
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Working Pattern: 37 hours per week, 5 days on site
About the Role
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Finance Manager to join a fast-paced, operationally focused business in Nottingham. Reporting directly to the Managing Director, this is a hands-on role offering broad responsibility across financial reporting, operational finance, and team leadership.
This position is ideal for a technically strong accountant who enjoys working in a dynamic environment and driving improvements across finance processes.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Reporting & Control
- Prepare monthly management accounts and variance analysis
- Oversee year-end accounts and statutory reporting
- Ensure compliance with UK GAAP / IFRS and HMRC requirements
- Manage balance sheet reconciliations and control accounts
- Lead the audit process and liaise with external auditors
Operational Finance
- Oversee Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, payroll, and cashflow
- Monitor working capital and cash forecasting
- Ensure timely invoicing and effective collections
Team Management
- Manage, mentor, and develop finance team members
- Review work, set KPIs, and support ongoing training
- Identify and implement process improvements and efficiencies
Business Support
- Provide financial insight to senior management
- Support budgeting and forecasting processes
- Identify cost-saving opportunities and financial risks
About You
- Must have strong, hands-on experience using Xero (essential requirement)
- ACA / ACCA / CIMA qualified (or QBE with strong experience)
- 3–7+ years’ experience in a similar role
- Strong knowledge of month-end processes, audit, and financial controls
- Previous experience managing or supervising staff
- Advanced Excel and strong analytical skills
Additional Information
- Full-time, office-based role (5 days per week)
- Based in Hucknall
- Opportunity to make a real impact in a growing, fast-moving business
If you’re not interested in this role but are exploring new opportunities, please feel free to submit your updated CV for consideration for other positions.
