Finance Manager

Marks Sattin Ltd; Witney; On-site; GBP 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Finance Manager for a fixed-term contract in Witney. This role offers the opportunity to support the Divisional Finance Director and engage in key financial operations, including the preparation of quarterly accounts, managing audits, and ensuring accurate reporting. The ideal candidate will be a qualified accountant with strong statutory accounting knowledge and excellent IT skills, particularly in Excel. This position not only promises a dynamic work environment but also the potential for a permanent role, making it an exciting opportunity for those looking to advance their finance career.

Qualifications

• Qualified Accountant with ACA/ACCA/CIMA certification required.
• Experience in a fast-paced multi-business environment is essential.

Responsibilities

• Prepare quarterly accounts and assist with reports preparation.
• Manage annual audit and assist with taxation statements production.
• Ensure timely delivery of Board Reports and finance activities.

Skills

ACA / ACCA / CIMA (or equivalent)

Statutory accounting knowledge

VAT and tax knowledge

Strong IT skills - Excel

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Time management skills

Drive and initiative

Effective communication

Confidence and gravitas

Education

Qualified Accountant

Tools

Excel

Job description

Finance Manager, Witney, 6-9 months, £60K plus bonus and benefits
Fixed term contract position based within a growing business for a Qualified Accountant, supporting the Divisional Finance Director and with the potential for a permanent position. Working closely with other Finance Managers and Financial Controllers, producing management and statutory accounts and ensuring that all reporting is completed in an accurate and timely manner.

Key Responsibilities

1. Prepare quarterly accounts and assist with preparation of reports
2. Managing annual audit
3. Taxation: assist with production of annual taxation statements
4. Involvement in investment appraisals
5. Responsible for the statutory and quarterly reporting
6. Finance Operations: provide quarterly accounts and ensure banking, accounting and VAT arrangements are operating effectively
7. Ensure strong control of bank payments and other budgetary controls
8. Constant review of business improvement opportunities
9. Assist with the management of an audit and tax programme
10. Ensure Board Reports and other information is delivered on a timely basis
11. Assist with Head Office finance activities as needed including budgeting, reporting and forecasting

Skills & Experience

1. ACA / ACCA / CIMA (or equivalent)
2. Experience in a multi-business environment which operates at pace
3. Statutory accounting knowledge and good knowledge of VAT and tax
4. Strong aptitude for numbers, experience of complex legal structures would be beneficial
5. Strong IT skills - Excel especially
6. Good attention to detail combined with strong organisational and time management skills
7. Efficient, reliable and thorough approach
8. Drive and initiative - the desire to add value, proactive approach
9. Able to communicate effectively and adapt to anyone within the broader team
10. Demonstrate confidence and gravitas when presenting and dealing with senior people