Finance Manager

Company Overview We are a specialist R&D tax consultancy supporting innovative UK businesses in sectors like engineering, manufacturing, packaging, and technology. We help clients unlock funding through the R&D tax credit scheme while maintaining a strong emphasis on compliance, precision, and integrity. Our team is growing fast, and we’re now strengthening our internal operations with a senior finance hire. The Role This is a hands-on Finance Manager position, ideal for someone who thrives on autonomy, detail, and accountability. Sitting within the senior leadership team, you will oversee payroll, Sage-led finance operations, and elements of HR and compliance. You’ll play a critical role in maintaining high operational standards, addressing legacy finance issues, and ensuring the business has a strong financial foundation to support its growth trajectory. Key Responsibilities Oversee and run payroll processes accurately and on time, managing deductions and statutory requirements Maintain accurate financial records using Sage, ensuring reconciliations, journals, and month-end processes are robust Take ownership of key finance functions including budgeting, forecasting, invoicing, and debtor management Address and resolve legacy finance issues such as unprocessed debtor ledgers or aged balances Liaise with accountants on CT600 submissions (not essential but helpful) Provide general HR support where required (contracts, holiday tracking, compliance admin) Report directly to senior leadership and play a proactive role in business decision-making Uphold high standards of integrity, reliability, and confidentiality at all timesAbout You Must have CT600 (Corporation Tax) experience. Part-qualified or qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, AAT, or equivalent) Strong hands-on experience managing business finances and payroll Proficient user of Sage accounting software (essential) Comfortable managing HR admin and operational processes Track record of ownership, accuracy, and solving financial issues Confident communicator with leadership presence and a proactive mindset Experience across different sectors welcomed – industry background is flexibleWhat’s on Offer Competitive Salary, depending on experience Quarterly discretionary bonus 25 days holiday + bank holidays + Christmas shutdown 4 days a week in-office – potentially moving to 3 days. A leadership seat in a fast-scaling, mission-led business