Finance Manager

The Company
A well-established and growing business based in Folkestone, with a strong local presence and a reputation for stability and quality. The company offers a supportive, close-knit working environment and is now looking to strengthen its finance function with the addition of a hands-on Finance Manager.

The Role
This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Finance professional to take ownership of the transactional finance function while also supervising a small team. You’ll play a key role in ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of finance operations, while supporting the wider business with accurate and timely financial information.

This is a full-time, permanent onsite position based in Folkestone.

Key Responsibilities

• Overseeing the day-to-day transactional finance function
• Managing and supporting a small team (AP/AR/Admin)
• Reviewing and assisting with purchase ledger, sales ledger, and bank reconciliations
• Ensuring timely and accurate processing of invoices and payments
• Supervising payroll processes (or liaising with external providers)
• Managing cash flow and monitoring company expenditure
• Assisting with month-end processes and reporting
• Maintaining and improving finance processes and controls
• Supporting with audits and liaising with external accountants
• Acting as a key point of contact for internal finance queries

Desirable Skills & Experience

• Previous experience in a Finance Manager or Senior Finance role
• Strong understanding of transactional finance processes
• Experience supervising or mentoring finance staff
• Good working knowledge of accounting systems and Excel
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills
• Confident communicator with a proactive approach
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team

Salary & Benefits

• Salary up to £40,000
• Full-time, permanent onsite role
• Supportive and friendly working environment
• Opportunity to take ownership of a key finance function
• Stability within a well-established local business

Farrer Barnes Ltd does not discriminate on the grounds of age, race, gender, disability, creed or sexual orientation and complies with all relevant UK legislation. Farrer Barnes Ltd acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers.