Finance Manager

Finance Manager - Cleckheaton, West Yorkshire

Part-time 24-30 hours per week Monday to Friday.

Benefits: 8% contributory pension, free on-site gym, free parking, 25 days holiday+ bank holidays (pro rata), +occasional home working

We are looking for a commercially astute fully qualified accountant to lead the finance function of a diverse group who provide mechanical products and service contracts to the leisure and tourism markets.

Reporting into the Managing Director, this is a hands‑on varied role working across the different companies, collaborating with multiple stakeholders, leading a team of two finance administrators, and taking responsibility for the group’s financial reporting, controls and management information.

This is a great opportunity to work for an established successful small business with a friendly professional team where your contribution will make a big impact across the whole business.

While the role is primarily office‑based, occasional home working can be accommodated for the right candidate.

• Prepare accurate monthly management accounts.
• Produce management reports, financial analysis and KPI reporting.
• Prepare budgets, forecasts and cash flow forecasts.
• Monitor financial performance and investigate variances.
• Oversee purchase ledger, sales ledger and bank reconciliations completed by the Finance Administrators.
• Review and submit VAT returns and ensure statutory compliance.
• Maintain strong financial controls and recommend process improvements.
• Liaise with external accountants and support year‑end accounts.
• Lead, support and develop two Finance Administrators.
• Provide financial insight to support the operational and commercial leadership teams.

• ACCA, CIMA or ACA qualification
• Experience preparing management accounts for a diverse commercial enterprise.
• Previous supervisory or team leadership experience.
• Strong Excel and accounting systems knowledge.
• Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• A hands‑on approach and willingness to support operational finance activities.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.