Average Finance Specialist salary in Manchester

RG Consultancy are working with a very well-established legal firm in Stockport who are recruiting for an experienced Billing Specialist to join their small but busy finance department. You will join a small accounts team and hold a key role in ensuring accurate and timely invoicing. 25 days holiday + 8 bank holidaysFlexible working hoursFree onsite parkingFull Christmas closedownCompany pension schemeEmployee discount scheme Key responsibilities Prepare, review, and maintain client contracts, pricing agreements, and billing records.Process client invoices, sales orders, and credit notes accurately and on time.Manage client and matter data, ensuring records are compliant and up to date.Liaise with fee earners, Credit Control, and Operations to resolve billing and payment queries.Prepare and submit Legal Aid claims, ensuring accuracy and compliance with LAA guidelines.Produce regular financial and performance reports for management.Handle client queries and billing disputes promptly and professionally.Support month-end billing and reconciliation processes within strict deadlines.Provide cover and support to colleagues during absence or peak workloads.Confident using Excel, Teams, and legal billing systems. Person Specification Previous experience in a billing, finance, or accounts role (preferably within a legal or professional services environment).Good understanding of Legal Aid billing processes and LAA requirementsExcellent communications skills to be able to communicate effectively and professional with clientsPrevious experiencing working within a solicitors firm or a legal finance departmentKnowledge of SRA Accounts Rules and leal finance complianceAn AAT qualification or equivalent would be an advantage but not essential

Your new companyYour new company is a highly entrepreneurial Real Estate business. An owner manager SME who has proven to be different from their competitors, which has helped them grow substantial over recent years. Now operating in over 10 countries within over 50 different entities. Your new roleIn your new role as Finance Manager you will manage a team of three Management Accountants who collectively look after over 20 different entities. You will be responsible for implementing best practice processes and controls in place around all aspects of the general ledger posting and reconciliations processes, implementing timetables and checklists for work to be completed. You will take a lead on cost and revenue transactions are posted accurately for all operating and management companies in the Group. You will look after all associated balance sheet reconciliations are performed accurately and in a timely manner. You will support the Financial Controller with additional adhoc commercial duties. What you'll need to succeedYou will be an ACA/ACCA/CIMA Qualified Finance professional with experience working within a large complex organisation, ideally within the Property and Construction sector. You will have a strong attention to detail and be able to challenge existing processes and suggest improvements. You will have the ability to communicate to all levels both within the finance team and across the business. What you'll get in returnYou'll join a rapidly growing entrepreneurial business that can offer real career progression in the not-so distant future. Your network within the work place is a great blend of ACA, ACCA and CIMA Qualified finance professionals who are passionate about up skilling each other. You'll receive a salary of up to £60,000 with excellent benefits inc a hybrid model. What you need to do nowIf you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Your new companyDue to continued growth, this leading PLC technology business in Cheshire is creating a brand-new senior finance role. Reporting directly to an impressive CFO, you'll join the leadership team at a pivotal time. This is an excellent opportunity for a second-time mover from practice who is ready to step into a progressive, career defining position. Your new roleThis newly created role provides an exciting opportunity to influence the future direction of the Finance function. You will be responsible for driving strategic improvements, embedding best practice, and ensuring the department continues to deliver at the highest standard across the business. Your position will be central to maintaining a strong financial control environment, ensuring compliance with internal policies as well as IFRS and US GAAP requirements. A core part of the role will involve overseeing the production of accurate and timely financial reporting, supporting transparency and accountability throughout the organisation. You will also serve as the primary escalation point for finance-related queries, working closely with colleagues across the wider finance function to resolve issues efficiently and effectively. Collaboration with the FP&A team will be essential, as you work together to generate meaningful insights that inform decision-making and drive continuous improvement. In addition, you will take ownership of the statutory audit process, managing relationships with external auditors and tax advisors, while also consulting with the UK&I Head of Finance on complex US GAAP matters. What you'll need to succeedYou will be ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualified professional with strong technical accounting expertise and a solid understanding of both IFRS and US GAAP. You'll have experience l leading strategic initiatives, influence change, and driving innovation across the business. Experienced working closely with senior stakeholders whilst using your analytical skills and commercial insight to shape decisions and deliver measurable results. You'll have excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities, you'll be confident simplifying complex information and building strong cross-functional relationships. What you'll get in returnThis role offers a competitive salary of £65,000, hybrid working (3 days in the office), private healthcare and dental cover, a private pension scheme, and clear career progression opportunities. If you're a proactive, results-driven leader ready to make a real impact, this could be the role for you. What you need to do nowIf you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk