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Finance Manager
Finance Manager
Location: Tonbridge, Kent Salary: £35,000 - £45,000 + Benefits Type: Permanent, Full-Time
We're recruiting on behalf of a successful, privately owned business based in Tonbridge, looking for a hands-on Finance Manager to lead its finance function. Reporting directly to the CEO, you will lead a small finance team and play a pivotal role in supporting the business with accurate financial management, reporting, and continuous process improvement.
The Role
- Leading and developing the finance team to ensure high levels of performance
- Managing sales and purchase ledger functions
- Producing VAT returns and supporting overseas tax submissions
- Preparing payroll information, including commission calculations and pension payments
- Managing CIS returns, subcontractor payments, and HMRC submissions
- Conducting bank and credit card reconciliations
- Responsible for cash flow management and weekly reporting
- Producing monthly management information and preparing year-end accounts to trial balance
- Liaising with external accountants, insurers, and other third parties
- Supporting Directors with finance-related HR administration
- Identifying opportunities to improve financial processes and operational efficiency
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About You
- Previous experience as a Finance Manager or Senior Finance Professional
- Experience managing or mentoring a small finance team
- Strong knowledge of Sage 50, Xero, or similar accounting software
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
- Experience preparing VAT returns, payroll information, and management accounts
- Excellent organisational skills with the ability to prioritise a varied workload
- Strong communication skills and confidence in working with stakeholders across the business


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What's on Offer
- Salary of £35,000 - £45,000 depending on experience
- Permanent, full-time position
- Opportunity to work closely with senior leadership
- Friendly, supportive, and collaborative working environment
- A varied role with genuine autonomy and opportunity to improve business processes
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