Finance Manager (3-6 Month Contract)

Location: Wolverhampton (Hybrid Working)
Contract: 3-6 Months
Salary: c. £50,000 pro rata
Start Date: Immediate / Short Notice Preferred

The Opportunity

We are recruiting for an experienced Finance Manager to join a growing business on a 3-6 month fixed-term contract. This hybrid role will play a key part in supporting the finance function, with primary responsibility for payroll management as well as assisting with management accounts and financial reporting.

This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on finance professional who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and can quickly add value to an established team.

Key Responsibilities

Payroll

• Consolidate and review payroll hours information submitted by the Payroll Administrator.
• Act as the main point of contact for the external payroll bureau.
• Ensure payroll information is accurate and submitted within required deadlines.
• Investigate and resolve payroll and wage-related queries from employees and management.
• Support payroll reconciliation activities and maintain accurate payroll records.
• Ensure compliance with payroll processes and relevant legislation.

Finance & Reporting

• Assist in the preparation of monthly management accounts.
• Support the production of management reporting and financial analysis.
• Perform balance sheet reconciliations and investigate variances.
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and cashflow reporting.
• Support month-end and year-end finance processes.
• Work closely with senior stakeholders to provide financial insight and support decision-making.

About You

• Qualified, part-qualified, or qualified by experience accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent).
• Previous experience managing or overseeing payroll processes.
• Strong understanding of management accounts and financial reporting.
• Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Confident liaising with external payroll providers and internal stakeholders.
• Strong Excel skills and experience with finance systems.
• Able to work independently and manage priorities within a contract environment.

What's on Offer

• 3-6 month contract with immediate impact.
• Hybrid working arrangement.
• Competitive salary of approximately £50,000 pro rata.
• Opportunity to work closely with senior leadership and support key finance operations.