Finance Manager - closing date 30 September 2026

Robert Scott is a well-established, family-run business operating across six sites in Northwest England. We are seeking to appoint an experienced Finance Manager to lead the finance function, financial compliance and payroll. This is a senior, hands‑on role based at Head Office and reporting to the Operations Director.

What You’ll Do:

• Take responsibility for all financial compliance and reporting, including tax, VAT, payroll, pensions and other statutory or regulatory returns.
• Produce timely monthly management accounts, financial reports, forecasts and KPI’s for the Directors.
• Lead and develop the finance team, ensuring effective processes, controls and financial procedures are maintained across the business.
• Monitor cash flow, working capital, banking, foreign‑currency exposure, debtors, creditors and associated financial risk.
• Take overall responsibility for the accurate and timely delivery of payroll, including pension contributions, payroll reconciliations and statutory compliance.
• Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, credit control, supplier payments, business expenses and relevant rental or lease arrangements.
• Provide financial analysis and support for business performance, including costings, overhead recovery and margins.
• Calculate and present customer retrospective rebate calculations.
• Prepare for the annual audit and manage relationships with external accountants, auditors, banks, pension providers and other professional advisers.
• Complete or oversee packaging and waste calculations, declarations and other relevant company reporting requirements.
• Manage the Company’s life and health insurance schemes.
• Maintain and improve finance, payroll and reporting systems, controls and processes.

What We’re Looking For:

• Financial qualification and demonstrable experience in a senior finance role.
• Experience of managing a finance function, producing management accounts, managing cash flow and supporting year‑end accounts and audit activity.
• Strong knowledge of financial controls, VAT, payroll, PAYE, National Insurance, pensions and statutory compliance.
• Experience of leading or supervising a finance team and working with Directors and external advisers.
• Strong commercial awareness, analytical ability, sound judgement and attention to detail.
• Highly developed communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills and confidence using finance, payroll and ERP systems.

The Details:

• Based at Oak View Mill, Manchester Road, Greenfield, OL3 7HG.
• 35 hours per week on site (Monday to Friday 9.00am-5.00pm).
• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.