Assistant Finance Manager

www.topfinancialjobs.co.uk - Jobboard; Brighton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Assistant Finance Manager to join their dedicated team in Brighton. This role offers an exciting opportunity to provide essential operational support to the Finance Manager and oversee a dynamic finance function. You will lead a team, manage daily accounting processes, and contribute to budgeting and forecasting. If you thrive in a collaborative environment and are passionate about finance, this position will allow you to make a significant impact while developing your skills in a fast-paced setting.

Benefits

Collaborative Working Environment

Exposure to Varied Finance Operations

Qualifications

• Proficient in IT with strong Excel skills.
• High levels of numeracy and literacy for interpreting financial data.

Responsibilities

• Provide operational support to Finance Manager and Head of Finance.
• Supervise a team of four, ensuring accurate task completion.
• Manage daily accounting processes and supplier invoices.

Skills

Excel Skills

Numeracy

Analytical Skills

Organizational Skills

Process Improvement

Education

Recognised Professional Qualification in Accountancy

Tools

Financial Software

Job description

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an Assistant Finance Manager to join one of our longstanding clients, a dedicated business based in Brighton.

• Collaborative working environment
• Exposure to a varied and fast-paced finance operation

The Requirements:

• A recognised professional qualification in accountancy
• Proficiency in IT with strong Excel skills and the capacity to learn new financial software
• High levels of numeracy and literacy, with the ability to interpret financial data accurately
• Proactive in initiating and leading process or systems improvements
• Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail
• Strong organisational ability to manage deadlines and contribute to ad-hoc projects
• Confident in liaising with individuals at all levels internally and externally

The Role:

• Provide key operational support to the Finance Manager and Head of Finance in overseeing the day-to-day operations of the finance function
• Supervise and support a team of four, ensuring tasks are completed accurately and efficiently
• Manage daily accounting processes including payroll oversight (via external providers)
• Review and authorise supplier invoices, payment runs and reconciliations
• Take responsibility for control account reconciliations across balance sheet, payroll, and fees
• Support monthly production of management information, including KPIs
• Assist with budgeting processes and monthly forecast updates

If you're keen to join an exceptional team where your contribution will support a high-performing operation, then please apply to this Assistant Finance Manager role below or call Jamie Watson on (phone number removed) between 9am and 5.30pm.