Assistant Manager

Everglory Container Lines plc; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading shipping company in the United Kingdom is seeking a finance manager to lead and manage overall financial operations. The role entails preparing financial statements, developing budgets, ensuring compliance, and leading the accounts team. Strong analytical skills and experience in financial management are essential. The position offers an opportunity to influence strategic decisions and enhance financial performance across the organization.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the overall financial operations of the company.
• Prepare and finalize monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Develop budgets, forecasts, and financial performance indicators.
• Oversee cash flow, fund management, and bank operations.
• Supervise accounts receivable, payable, billing, and reconciliation.
• Ensure timely and accurate preparation of shipping invoices.
• Maintain compliance with VAT, TAX, customs, and statutory regulations.
• Coordinate and manage internal and external audits.
• Implement and improve accounting systems and financial policies.
• Analyze financial data, identify trends, and provide insights.
• Lead and mentor the accounts team to enhance performance.
• Liaise with banks, auditors, and external stakeholders.

Job description

• Lead and manage the overall financial operations of the company, ensuring accuracy, transparency, and compliance.
• Prepare and finalize monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and management reports.
• Develop and monitor budgets, forecasts, and financial performance indicators to support strategic decisions.
• Oversee cash flow, fund management, and bank operations to ensure financial stability.
• Supervise accounts receivable, payable, billing, and reconciliation processes.
• Ensure timely and accurate preparation of shipping invoices, freight accounts, and cost statements.
• Maintain compliance with VAT, TAX, customs, and other statutory financial regulations.
• Coordinate and manage internal and external audits, ensuring proper documentation and controls.
• Implement and improve accounting systems, internal controls, and financial policies.
• Analyze financial data, identify trends, and provide actionable insights to management.
• Lead, mentor, and evaluate the accounts team to enhance performance and efficiency.
• Liaise with banks, auditors, and external stakeholders to maintain effective financial relationships.