Finance Manager North of Leeds - 2 days per week in the office Smart Technology 2 month contract We are partnered with a smart technology company driving innovation within the energy sector, creating solutions across software, hardware and cloud services. The Finance Manager will assist with overseeing and managing the financial operations of covering its global footprint. This role ensures the integrity of financial information, compliance with regulations and support strategic decision-making to drive growth and profitability. No line management Key responsibilities: You will prepare accurate monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements. Ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial records, which includes balancing all balance sheet ledgers from Sage, maintaining the fixed asset register, accruals and prepayments. Oversee monthly wages checks, comparing reports against month-on-month expectations and liaising with the payroll bureau to communicate issues for resolution. Lead the weekly maintenance and refinement of a detailed Cash Flow Forecast, integrating data points such as sales forecasts, production schedules, bank reconciliations, supplier payment terms, and invoice factoring calculations. Essential experience: Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA) or equivalent certification. 4+ years of progressive accounting experience in hands on roles. Nice to have: Strong knowledge of supply chain management and product pricing/costing and experience optimizing recurring ..... full job details .....