Finance Manager - #2181827

Campbell Grove Talent are partnering with an exciting business in the creative and marketing space to recruit a hands-on Finance Manager on a 4 day working week.

Reporting to the Finance & Operations Director, with support from a Fractional Finance Director, you'll take ownership of the day-to-day finance function across UK and US operations.

It's a varied role covering management accounts, cash flow, payroll and compliance, with plenty of scope to improve processes and make a real contribution to the business.

What's on offer?

• £55,000–£65,000 pro rata
• 4 day working week and flexible hours.
• Hybrid working, with just two days in the office.
• Fantastic offices in Leeds city centre
• Supportive and collaborative environment.
• A varied role with autonomy and the opportunity to improve how finance operates.

The role as Finance Manager:

Financial management

• Prepare monthly management accounts, balance sheet reconciliations and ad-hoc reports.
• Maintain accurate bookkeeping, financial records and robust controls.
• Manage banking, cash flow, supplier payments and finance-related queries.

Payroll, tax & compliance

• Oversee monthly payroll, pensions, employee benefits, expenses and P11D returns.
• Prepare VAT returns and support UK statutory and HMRC requirements.
• Coordinate US payroll and tax administration, including 1099 filings.
• Manage UK and US insurance renewals and liaise with external advisers and providers.

Systems & improvement

• Maintain finance systems and data accuracy.
• Review processes and controls, identifying ways to improve efficiency and reduce manual work.
• Support year-end and statutory reporting requirements.

About you:

Ideally you will be a fully qualified Accountant (CIMA/ACA/ACCA working at a similar level, who enjoys a broad, hands-on role and is confident taking ownership.

You'll bring:

• Strong management accounting and bookkeeping experience.
• Experience with payroll, supplier payments, banking and cash flow.
• A good understanding of VAT and UK financial compliance.
• Good Excel and accounting systems skills.
• A practical, organised approach, with strong attention to detail and the ability to work independently.

SME experience would be useful. Exposure to US payroll and tax administration, P11Ds, pensions and employee benefits would be advantageous, but isn't essential.

If you're looking for a Finance Manager role with real responsibility, variety and a better balance to your

working week, this could be a great next move.

For a confidential chat, contact Emma or Lucy.