Finance Manager - #2081498

Finance Manager / Stand Alone Role

Cardiff (Hybrid Working)

Salary: £30,000 - £35,000

Excellent Benefits Package

Môrwell Talent Solutions are delighted to be recruiting on behalf of a growing, technology-led business based in Cardiff. Due to continued growth, our client is looking to appoint an experienced Finance Manager to take ownership of the day-to-day finance function for one of their key business entities.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys being hands-on, working autonomously and taking full responsibility for a busy finance function within a fast-paced and ever-evolving environment.

Reporting directly to the Fractional Finance Director, you'll oversee all aspects of transactional and operational finance, whilst supporting the preparation of monthly financial information and ensuring the smooth running of the finance function.

The Opportunity

You'll be joining a successful and ambitious organisation that has experienced significant growth and continues to expand. The role offers a high level of autonomy and would suit an experienced finance professional who enjoys variety, takes pride in producing accurate financial information and thrives in a busy commercial environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Full responsibility for the purchase ledger and sales ledger functions
• Managing customer invoicing and reconciliations, including public sector accounts
• Daily and monthly bank reconciliations
• Managing company funding and credit facilities
• Preparing and submitting VAT returns
• Processing monthly payroll for 17 employees using Xero and Bright Pay
• Producing accounts to trial balance stage
• Preparing monthly reporting information for the Finance Director
• Assisting with month-end activities and financial reporting
• Maintaining strong financial controls and accurate financial records
• Supporting the wider business with finance-related queries

About You

We're keen to speak with candidates who:

• Have previous experience in a Finance Manager, Company Accountant, Senior Bookkeeper or similar role
• Are confident managing a finance function with minimal supervision
• Have strong bookkeeping and accounting skills through to trial balance
• Have experience processing payroll and VAT returns
• Are highly organised with excellent attention to detail
• Enjoy working within a growing and fast-paced business
• Can manage multiple priorities and work effectively under pressure
• Have experience using finance systems, ideally Xero
• AAT qualification would be advantageous, although candidates qualified by experience are equally encouraged to apply.

Benefits

• Hybrid working (3 days office / 2 days home)
• Flexible approach to working hours
• 25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays
• Additional annual leave accrual scheme (up to 5 extra days)
• Birthday day off every year
• Private medical cover
• Salary sacrifice vehicle scheme
• Company EMI scheme
• Christmas shutdown
• Quarterly company events
• On-site parking
• Company iPhone and Apple Mac provided

Working Hours

• Monday - Thursday: 8.30am - 5.30pm
• Friday: 8.00am - 4.30pm

If you're looking for a varied, autonomous finance role within a growing business where your contribution will genuinely make a difference, we'd love to hear from you.