Finance Office Manager
Recruitment Helpline Ltd
Newark-on-Trent · posted 13 August 2026
Job type
full time
Location
Newark-on-Trent, Nottinghamshire
Category
Banking and Financial Services
An excellent opportunity for a Finance Office Manager to join a well-established company
Find out exactly what skills, experience, and qualifications you will need to succeed in this role before applying below.
Job Type: Fixed Terms 12-14 months.
Salary: Competitive Salary, Depending on Experience.
Location: Newark, NG24.
About The Company:
Since being established in 1984, they have grown to become the UKs market leading gate and barrier company and has cemented a legacy that is synonymous with quality, reliability and service.
The company ethos has always been to put the client first. Engaging with their clients and using their wealth of employee experience and expertise to deliver a first-class product every time.
About The Role:
Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer, you will lead a small Finance Team comprising two Purchase Ledger Clerks, a Credit Controller, and a Management Accountant.
In this role, you will oversee Newgates day-to-day financial operations, expenses, stakeholder pensions, payroll and the preparation of all associated HMRC statutory reports and submissions. Your responsibilities will also include overseeing petty cash and expense payments, alongside supporting the Management Accountant with budgeting, forecasting, and accurate financial reporting.
As a key member of the management team, the Finance Office Manager plays a vital role in supporting and improving financial processes in all areas of the organisation.
Job Duties
Team Management: management of a small team, including recruitment, motivation, performance management, coaching & development
Process Improvements: work with the wider business to initiate and implement changes to processes and systems as required
Payroll & Expenses: prepare 4-weekly payroll including stakeholder pensions & preparation of all associated HMRC statutory reports & submissions
Oversee the work of the Credit Controller
Purchase Ledger: oversee work of two purchase ledger members of staff
Insurance: responsible for business insurance queries and (if required) claims
Audits: working with external bodies with audit work including year-end reports
VAT: preparing VAT returns and other tax work
Support and manage the Assistant Management Accountant with the preparation of monthly management accounts for submission to external accounts for review & completion
Skills, Knowledge and Behaviours
Have proven experience of managing/developing a team
Hold a recognised accountancy qualification (CIMA/ACCA/ACA)
Some Payroll experience
Microsoft Office (advanced Excel skills)
Experience of working with Sage (ideally Sage 200)
Excellent attention to detail
Clear communication style with the ability to partner with all levels of the business
Ability to work in a pressured environment
Good understanding of relevant legislation, regulations and standards
HEALTH & SAFETY RESPONSIBILITIES
Section 7 HASAWA 1974
Employees legal duties under Health & Safety at work act 1974 states that all employees should take reasonable care of themself and of other persons who may be affected by acts or omissions at work.
Every employee shall co-operate with their employer in relation to any health and safety issues.
Section 8 HASAWA 1974
No person shall intentionally or recklessly interfere with or misuse anything provided in the interest of health, safety and welfare
If you feel that you have the relative skills/attributes to fulfil this role then please apply now for immediate consideration.
The employer fully supports Equality in Employment. xwzovoh All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit and business need.
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Find out exactly what skills, experience, and qualifications you will need to succeed in this role before applying below.
Job Type: Fixed Terms 12-14 months.
Salary: Competitive Salary, Depending on Experience.
Location: Newark, NG24.
About The Company:
Since being established in 1984, they have grown to become the UKs market leading gate and barrier company and has cemented a legacy that is synonymous with quality, reliability and service.
The company ethos has always been to put the client first. Engaging with their clients and using their wealth of employee experience and expertise to deliver a first-class product every time.
About The Role:
Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer, you will lead a small Finance Team comprising two Purchase Ledger Clerks, a Credit Controller, and a Management Accountant.
In this role, you will oversee Newgates day-to-day financial operations, expenses, stakeholder pensions, payroll and the preparation of all associated HMRC statutory reports and submissions. Your responsibilities will also include overseeing petty cash and expense payments, alongside supporting the Management Accountant with budgeting, forecasting, and accurate financial reporting.
As a key member of the management team, the Finance Office Manager plays a vital role in supporting and improving financial processes in all areas of the organisation.
Job Duties
Team Management: management of a small team, including recruitment, motivation, performance management, coaching & development
Process Improvements: work with the wider business to initiate and implement changes to processes and systems as required
Payroll & Expenses: prepare 4-weekly payroll including stakeholder pensions & preparation of all associated HMRC statutory reports & submissions
Oversee the work of the Credit Controller
Purchase Ledger: oversee work of two purchase ledger members of staff
Insurance: responsible for business insurance queries and (if required) claims
Audits: working with external bodies with audit work including year-end reports
VAT: preparing VAT returns and other tax work
Support and manage the Assistant Management Accountant with the preparation of monthly management accounts for submission to external accounts for review & completion
Skills, Knowledge and Behaviours
Have proven experience of managing/developing a team
Hold a recognised accountancy qualification (CIMA/ACCA/ACA)
Some Payroll experience
Microsoft Office (advanced Excel skills)
Experience of working with Sage (ideally Sage 200)
Excellent attention to detail
Clear communication style with the ability to partner with all levels of the business
Ability to work in a pressured environment
Good understanding of relevant legislation, regulations and standards
HEALTH & SAFETY RESPONSIBILITIES
Section 7 HASAWA 1974
Employees legal duties under Health & Safety at work act 1974 states that all employees should take reasonable care of themself and of other persons who may be affected by acts or omissions at work.
Every employee shall co-operate with their employer in relation to any health and safety issues.
Section 8 HASAWA 1974
No person shall intentionally or recklessly interfere with or misuse anything provided in the interest of health, safety and welfare
If you feel that you have the relative skills/attributes to fulfil this role then please apply now for immediate consideration.
The employer fully supports Equality in Employment. xwzovoh All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit and business need.