Finance Manager
Posted on Jun 12, 2026 by CV-Library
Ripon, North Yorkshire, United Kingdom
Accountancy
Immediate Start
£55k - £60k Annual
Full-Time
IPS Finance is working exclusively with a privately owned business based in North Yorkshire. The group operates across a range of commercial activities and is at an active stage of growth and investment. Turnover currently sits at circa £6 million, with the business expanding both organically and through new commercial ventures.
This role represents a genuine opportunity to step into the lead finance position within the organisation. The Finance Manager will take full ownership of the finance function, reporting directly to the Directors and working closely alongside them as a trusted operator and commercially minded contributor.
The Role
This is a hands on position covering end-to-end financial management across the group covering management accounts, balance sheet reconciliations, VAT returns, cashflow forecasting, payroll administration, AR and AP ledgers, supplier payments, and liaison with external accountants on yearend matters. During busy periods you will be supported by interim resource.
Beyond the transactional, the role carries genuine commercial weight. You will work directly with the Directors to analyse performance, present findings, and contribute to business decisions, as well as assess existing processes and implement improvements where appropriate.
What We Are Looking For
Experience within an owner managed or SME environment is preferred. You will be comfortable working at pace, managing your own priorities, and operating autonomously. Experience of group accounting or intercompany transactions would be an advantage.
The Directors are looking for someone reliable, straightforward, and commercially switched on. Someone who will engage with the business rather than simply report on it.
The Opportunity
This level of responsibility and visibility is not easy to find within the region at this salary level. The successful candidate will be the most senior finance professional in the organisation, with direct access to the owners and genuine scope to shape how finance supports a growing business.
Key attractions include:
Lead finance position within the organisation
Direct access to the Directors and business owners
Involvement in growth and investment initiatives
Genuine autonomy to improve processes and influence decision makingSalary is competitive and dependent on experience, with further progression as the individual and role develops.
IPS Finance has 45 years' experience in the Yorkshire accountancy recruitment market. We have built our business on long term relationships with both individuals and clients across all sectors. Please visit our website to view our latest accountancy, finance, and practice opportunities
This role represents a genuine opportunity to step into the lead finance position within the organisation. The Finance Manager will take full ownership of the finance function, reporting directly to the Directors and working closely alongside them as a trusted operator and commercially minded contributor.
The Role
This is a hands on position covering end-to-end financial management across the group covering management accounts, balance sheet reconciliations, VAT returns, cashflow forecasting, payroll administration, AR and AP ledgers, supplier payments, and liaison with external accountants on yearend matters. During busy periods you will be supported by interim resource.
Beyond the transactional, the role carries genuine commercial weight. You will work directly with the Directors to analyse performance, present findings, and contribute to business decisions, as well as assess existing processes and implement improvements where appropriate.
What We Are Looking For
Experience within an owner managed or SME environment is preferred. You will be comfortable working at pace, managing your own priorities, and operating autonomously. Experience of group accounting or intercompany transactions would be an advantage.
The Directors are looking for someone reliable, straightforward, and commercially switched on. Someone who will engage with the business rather than simply report on it.
The Opportunity
This level of responsibility and visibility is not easy to find within the region at this salary level. The successful candidate will be the most senior finance professional in the organisation, with direct access to the owners and genuine scope to shape how finance supports a growing business.
Key attractions include:
Lead finance position within the organisation
Direct access to the Directors and business owners
Involvement in growth and investment initiatives
Genuine autonomy to improve processes and influence decision makingSalary is competitive and dependent on experience, with further progression as the individual and role develops.
IPS Finance has 45 years' experience in the Yorkshire accountancy recruitment market. We have built our business on long term relationships with both individuals and clients across all sectors. Please visit our website to view our latest accountancy, finance, and practice opportunities
Reference: 225245472
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Finance Manager
Posted on Jun 12, 2026 by CV-Library
Ripon, North Yorkshire, United Kingdom
Accountancy
Immediate Start
£55k - £60k Annual
Full-Time
IPS Finance is working exclusively with a privately owned business based in North Yorkshire. The group operates across a range of commercial activities and is at an active stage of growth and investment. Turnover currently sits at circa £6 million, with the business expanding both organically and through new commercial ventures.
This role represents a genuine opportunity to step into the lead finance position within the organisation. The Finance Manager will take full ownership of the finance function, reporting directly to the Directors and working closely alongside them as a trusted operator and commercially minded contributor.
The Role
This is a hands on position covering end-to-end financial management across the group covering management accounts, balance sheet reconciliations, VAT returns, cashflow forecasting, payroll administration, AR and AP ledgers, supplier payments, and liaison with external accountants on yearend matters. During busy periods you will be supported by interim resource.
Beyond the transactional, the role carries genuine commercial weight. You will work directly with the Directors to analyse performance, present findings, and contribute to business decisions, as well as assess existing processes and implement improvements where appropriate.
What We Are Looking For
Experience within an owner managed or SME environment is preferred. You will be comfortable working at pace, managing your own priorities, and operating autonomously. Experience of group accounting or intercompany transactions would be an advantage.
The Directors are looking for someone reliable, straightforward, and commercially switched on. Someone who will engage with the business rather than simply report on it.
The Opportunity
This level of responsibility and visibility is not easy to find within the region at this salary level. The successful candidate will be the most senior finance professional in the organisation, with direct access to the owners and genuine scope to shape how finance supports a growing business.
Key attractions include:
Lead finance position within the organisation
Direct access to the Directors and business owners
Involvement in growth and investment initiatives
Genuine autonomy to improve processes and influence decision makingSalary is competitive and dependent on experience, with further progression as the individual and role develops.
IPS Finance has 45 years' experience in the Yorkshire accountancy recruitment market. We have built our business on long term relationships with both individuals and clients across all sectors. Please visit our website to view our latest accountancy, finance, and practice opportunities
This role represents a genuine opportunity to step into the lead finance position within the organisation. The Finance Manager will take full ownership of the finance function, reporting directly to the Directors and working closely alongside them as a trusted operator and commercially minded contributor.
The Role
This is a hands on position covering end-to-end financial management across the group covering management accounts, balance sheet reconciliations, VAT returns, cashflow forecasting, payroll administration, AR and AP ledgers, supplier payments, and liaison with external accountants on yearend matters. During busy periods you will be supported by interim resource.
Beyond the transactional, the role carries genuine commercial weight. You will work directly with the Directors to analyse performance, present findings, and contribute to business decisions, as well as assess existing processes and implement improvements where appropriate.
What We Are Looking For
Experience within an owner managed or SME environment is preferred. You will be comfortable working at pace, managing your own priorities, and operating autonomously. Experience of group accounting or intercompany transactions would be an advantage.
The Directors are looking for someone reliable, straightforward, and commercially switched on. Someone who will engage with the business rather than simply report on it.
The Opportunity
This level of responsibility and visibility is not easy to find within the region at this salary level. The successful candidate will be the most senior finance professional in the organisation, with direct access to the owners and genuine scope to shape how finance supports a growing business.
Key attractions include:
Lead finance position within the organisation
Direct access to the Directors and business owners
Involvement in growth and investment initiatives
Genuine autonomy to improve processes and influence decision makingSalary is competitive and dependent on experience, with further progression as the individual and role develops.
IPS Finance has 45 years' experience in the Yorkshire accountancy recruitment market. We have built our business on long term relationships with both individuals and clients across all sectors. Please visit our website to view our latest accountancy, finance, and practice opportunities
Reference: 225245472
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