Finance & Accounts Manager

Finance & Accounts Manager / Accounts Manager

Permanent or Temp-to-Perm Opportunity

Oldbury On-site
£35,000 £ 40,000 DOE (or equivalent day rate for temp)

We re working with a growing transport & logistics business based in Oldbury that is looking to appoint a hands‑on Finance/Accounts Manager.

The role is available on either a permanent or temp-to-permanent basis, depending on the candidate s preference and experience.

This is a broad, practical role suited to someone who enjoys being involved in both the day‑to‑day running of the finance function and month‑end reporting, within a fast‑paced SME environment.

• Managing purchase and sales ledger activities
• Bank and balance sheet reconciliations
• Preparation of monthly management accounts
• VAT returns and compliance
• Cashflow monitoring and forecasting
• Accruals, prepayments and journal postings
• Supporting budgeting and financial analysis
• Improving and embedding finance processes and controls
• Working closely with senior stakeholders to support business growth

• Proven experience in a hands‑on finance or accounts role
• Comfortable covering both transactional and month‑end duties
• Strong Excel skills and experience with accounting systems (Xero preferred)
• Experience working in an SME or standalone finance environment
  
  AAT qualified, studying or QBE (qualification not essential)
• Organised, proactive and adaptable approach

This opportunity would suit an Accounts Manager, Assistant Accountant or Finance Officer looking to step into a role with greater responsibility, ownership and long‑term progression.