Assistant Finance Manager

IPS Finance; Thirsk; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing finance recruitment firm in North Yorkshire is seeking an Assistant Finance Manager. This full-time role offers a four-day work week with responsibilities in management accounts preparation, payroll administration, and credit control. The ideal candidate will have AAT qualification or be part qualified ACCA/CIMA and experience in management accounting. Competitive salary up to £35,000 plus profit share bonus and 25 days annual leave.

Benefits

Profit share bonus

25 days annual leave

Four-day work week

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a management accounting or similar finance position.
• Experience working within an SME environment would be advantageous.
• Full UK driving licence required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation of monthly management accounts.
• Variance analysis and management reporting.
• Processing and administration of monthly payroll.
• Credit control activities including customer credit checks.

Skills

Management accounting

Accounting software

Microsoft Office

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Initiative

Education

AAT qualified or part qualified ACCA/CIMA

Job description

Overview

Our client, an established and growing business based in North Yorkshire, is seeking an experienced Assistant Finance Manager to join their team. This is an excellent opportunity for a finance professional looking to take on a varied and responsible role within a diverse and supportive group. This is a full-time role offering a four day work week, with every Friday off.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation of monthly management accounts including journals, prepayments, accruals and fixed asset schedules
• Variance analysis and management reporting to support senior decision-making
• Processing and administration of monthly payroll
• Stock valuation and reconciliation procedures
• Credit control activities including customer credit checks and account monitoring
• Supervision of finance staff and resolution of day-to-day queries
• Involvement in VAT compliance, statutory reporting and year-end processes (dependent on experience)

Candidate Requirements

• AAT qualified or part qualified ACCA / CIMA (Support can be offered for qualifications)
• Previous experience in a management accounting or similar finance position
• Experience working within an SME environment would be advantageous
• Strong working knowledge of accounting software and Microsoft Office
• Well-organised with excellent attention to detail
• Able to work on own initiative and as part of a team
• Full UK driving licence required as occasional travel between sites will be necessary

Salary to £35,000 plus profit share bonus, 25 days annual leave.

IPS Finance has 45 years' experience in the Yorkshire accountancy recruitment market. We have built our business on long term relationships with both individuals and clients in all sectors, bringing real benefits to all concerned. Please visit our website to view the latest accountancy / finance and practice opportunities