Finance Manager

Finance Manager job in North Lanarkshire

Your new companyBased in North Lanarkshire, our client is seeking a Finance Manager to join their team on a permanent basis. This role offers a 35-hour working week with core hours of 09:30 - 15:30, alongside a high degree of flexibility. Where workload permits, an earlier finish of 15:30 can be accommodated, allowing for an excellent work-life balance. The position is fully office-based in North Lanarkshire, with the location easily accessible via local public transport. On-site parking is also available for those who drive
Your new roleThis is a hands-on yet strategic position suited to a qualified-by-experience Finance Manager who can go beyond transactional duties and actively contribute to business performance.You will take responsibility for the day-to-day finance function while also identifying opportunities to enhance processes, improve reporting, and bring more accounting capability in-house (currently supported by external accountants).As part of the management team, you will be expected to challenge existing practices, provide insight, and influence decision-making.Key Responsibilities

Oversee day-to-day finance operations, including payables and cashflow management

Ensure timely supplier payments and effective financial controls

Support the transition of additional accounting responsibilities in-house

Work closely with external accountants (currently managing payroll and year-end)

Produce and develop meaningful management reporting and insights

Review existing processes and implement improvements to drive efficiency

Provide financial input at a senior level, supporting business growth and decision-making

What you'll need to succeedThis role is ideally suited to an experienced Finance Manager qualified by experience (QBE) or equivalent practical expertise. Ideally, you will have a strong understanding of SME finance environments.
Key skills would also include;

Confident working independently and taking full ownership of the function

Proactive mindset with the ability to challenge, improve and transform processes

Comfortable operating in a hands-on role within a close-knit, collaborative team

Experience in logistics/transport is advantageous but not essential

What you'll get in return

The opportunity for a shorter working day culture while still receiving full-time pay (35-hour week)

A genuinely supportive, down-to-earth working environment

The opportunity to join a stable, growing business with a strong reputation

A seat at the management table, with real influence over business decisions

Autonomy to shape, improve and modernise the finance function

Exposure to a high-quality, compliance-driven operation with strong industry standards

Long-term progression potential as the business continues to grow

What you need to do now
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