Finance Manager (Part-time) Irlam (M44) 25.00ph (30 hours PW) Our client, a leading manufacturing organisation is seeking an experienced Finance Manager to provide external financial management support on a part-time basis. Key Responsibilities (Typical Finance Manager Duties) Oversee day-to-day financial management, ensuring accurate and timely recording of all transactions using Sage Prepare and deliver monthly management accounts, payroll reports, and detailed financial analysis for senior management Manage end-to-end payroll processing within Sage, including starters, leavers, timesheets, pensions, statutory payments, PAYE, and RTI submissions Liaise with external accountants, auditors, and tax authorities Prepare monthly management accounts and financial report Manage budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow Ensure compliance with accounting standards and statutory requirements Oversee invoicing, payroll, and accounts payable/receivable Provide financial insight to support business decision-making Maintain accurate financial records and improve financial processes Skills required: Proven experience managing payroll within a finance function, ideally using Sage (Sage 50 / Sage Payroll / Sage Business Cloud) Strong working knowledge of payroll legislation, HMRC requirements, pensions auto-enrolment, and statutory payments Experience producing accurate management accounts and reconciling payroll costs to the general ledger High attention to detail with the ability to manage