Finance Manager (6-month contract)
| Posting date: | 02 March 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £45,000.0 to £50,000.0 per year |
| Additional salary information: | Up to £50,000 per annum |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 01 April 2026 |
| Location: | Kingston Upon Hull, East Riding of Yorkshire, HU1 1AA |
| Company: | Hays Specialist Recruitment |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | 4775495_1772452399 |
Summary
An organisation based in Hull centre is recruiting a Finance Manager on an initial 6-month contract to cover a secondment. Potential for the role to be made permanent also.
The role is working within a small finance team, reporting to the CFO and with management responsibilities for 2 transactional staff members.
As well as a competitive salary on offer, the successful candidate will also receive a matched pension up to 6%, hybrid working options with 2 days per week from home and flexible start/finish times, and free on-site parking.
The successful candidate will have experience in a similar role and be available to start at very short notice.
Responsibilities include:
Financial Leadership and Team Management
* Lead, mentor, and develop a small finance team, ensuring delivery of high‑quality financial output.
* Oversee daily finance operations, ensuring strong governance, accuracy, and compliance.
* Foster a culture of continuous improvement.
Management Accounts & Annual Accounts
* Take complete ownership of monthly management accounts with clear analysis and insight.
* Lead the year‑end close and preparation of statutory accounts.
* Manage the R&D tax credit process
Budgeting, Forecasting & Financial Planning
* Prepare annual budgets and regular reforecasts.
* Prepare and maintain rolling cash flow forecasts.
* Support strategic decision‑making with financial modelling and scenario analyses.
Cash Flow & Working Capital
* Monitor cash flow and ensure effective working capital management.
* Recommend actions to optimise cash cycles.
Payroll & Compliance
* Oversee accurate and timely payroll processing.
* Maintain adherence to finance policies, regulations, and internal controls.
Taxation Management
* Own all areas of taxation, including corporation tax, VAT, PAYE, and any sector‑specific tax compliance.
* Liaise with external tax advisers where necessary.
* Ensure timely and accurate submissions of all tax returns.
* Monitor legislative changes and assess tax implications for the business.
* Optimise tax efficiency while maintaining full compliance.
Financial Systems & Process Improvements
* Lead enhancement of financial systems, automation, and reporting capabilities.
* Streamline processes and strengthen internal controls.
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