Assistant Finance Manager Up to £35,000 per annum Barnsley, South Yorkshire Elevation Accountancy and Finance are delighted to be working with a fantastic business in the Barnsley area as they look to recruit an Assistant Finance Manager into their team on a full time, permanent basis. Key Responsibilities: Oversee daily operations of the transactional finance team, ensuring each team member understands their responsibilities and meets key performance targets Supervise the accuracy and reliability of sales ledger, purchase ledger, and payroll data across all financial systems Serve as the main point of contact between the finance team and other departments, fostering strong communication and collaborative relationships Regularly evaluate finance systems and workflows, recommending and implementing improvements to boost efficiency and data accuracy Ensure smooth operation of IT systems within the finance team, promptly addressing any technical issues Prepare and deliver monthly financial reports, including key metrics and account reconciliations, for review by senior leadership Ensure compliance with statutory requirements for sales, cost, and payroll management, maintaining accurate records and controls Skills & Qualifications Required: Previous proven experience within a finance team, with strong proficiency in Sage Demonstrated ability to lead, inspire, and guide a team to meet targets and maintain high performance Strong communication and relationship-building skills, with a focus on delivering excellent service to internal stakeholders Good knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, and expertise in managing large volumes of data Experience in managing and optimising financial systems and procedures What's On Offer: 24 days holiday bank holidays Group wide incentives and discounts Free on site parking