Finance Manager
| Posting date: | 28 April 2026 |
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| Salary: | £40,000.0 to £41,000.0 per year |
| Additional salary information: | £45,000 DOE |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 05 May 2026 |
| Location: | Plymouth, Devon, EX1 1QA |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Hays Specialist Recruitment |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 4792384_1777391193 |
Summary
Your new company
You'll be joining a well-established, owner‑managed organisation with a long track record of growth and operational stability. The business operates across multiple in-house functions and offers a fast‑paced yet supportive working environment. It is commercially focused, values strong internal relationships, and places a real emphasis on accountability and culture.
Your new role
As Finance Manager, you will take full responsibility for the day-to-day output of the finance function. This is a hands-on leadership role within a transactional SME environment, where accuracy, structure and people management are key.Your responsibilities will include:
- Leading and developing a small finance team, setting objectives and supporting continuous improvement
- Overseeing accounts payable and receivable, including supplier reconciliations, debt management and cash flow control
- Producing monthly management accounts, including balance sheet reconciliations, prepayments and control accounts
- Managing daily bank reconciliations across multiple accounts
- Client accounting and inter company reconciliations
- CIS submissions and compliance
- Overseeing weekly and monthly payroll processes
- Supporting performance management activities, including probation reviews and return‑to‑work meetings
This role sits firmly in the operational core of the business and requires a Finance Manager who is comfortable being close to the detail while maintaining strong oversight of the team.
What you'll need to succeed
To be successful in this role, you'll need:
- AAT Level 4 qualification (or equivalent experience)
- At least 5 years' experience in an accounting or finance management role
- Proven experience managing or supervising a finance team
- Strong working knowledge of Xero
- Advanced Excel skills and a high level of attention to detail
- Confidence working in a fast‑moving, SME environment
- Strong problem-solving and organisational skills
Experience within property, real estate, construction, or client‑accounting environments would be advantageous, though not essential.
What you'll get in return
- A permanent, on-site Finance Manager position within a stable and growing organisation
- A supportive, collaborative team culture
- Free on-site parking
- Excellent office environment
- Additional lifestyle benefits
- The opportunity to play a key role in the financial oversight of a well-established business
What you need to do now
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