Finance Manager

Hays PLC; Colchester; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in Colchester is on the lookout for a dynamic Finance Manager to lead a small team in delivering robust financial services. This exciting role involves overseeing the preparation of management accounts, budgeting, and forecasting, while ensuring strong cashflow management. The ideal candidate will possess a CCAB qualification and excellent communication skills, driving improvements across systems and processes. With a supportive work environment that promotes work-life balance and flexible working options, this opportunity is perfect for those looking to make a significant impact in finance while enjoying a fulfilling career.

Benefits

Enhanced Annual Leave

Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)

Flexible Working Options

Positive Work/Life Balance

Qualifications

• CCAB Qualified Accountant with experience in leading finance teams.
• Strong communication skills and ability to drive process improvements.

Responsibilities

• Lead a small finance team in delivering timely management accounts.
• Manage budgeting, forecasting, and cashflow effectively.

Skills

CCAB Qualification

Communication Skills

Budgeting

Forecasting

Cashflow Management

Education

CCAB Qualified Accountant

Job description

High profile Colchester-based client seeking Qualified Accountant for newly created Finance Manager role

We are supporting a high profile and established Colchester-based organisation in recruiting to a newly created role of Finance Manager.
Reporting into an excellent Head of Finance, you will lead a small team in delivering a robust finance service.

We are seeking a CCAB Qualified Accountant to lead a small Finance team in ensuring the timely and accurate delivery of monthly management accounts. You will lead on all budgeting and forecasting with your budget holders and ensuring there is strong cashflow management. You will also lead on preparation for financial and statutory accounts and liaise with auditors.
You will have excellent communication skills and lead your small team in driving improvements in all areas including systems and processes. You will improve working relationships with other key business areas and lead on delivering a high quality business partnering service.

This is an outstanding employer which fully supports and encourages a positive work / life balance for all employees. Hybrid and flexible working options are available and you will need to attend their offices in Colchester 2-3 days per week. They offer an excellent benefits package including LGPS and enhanced annual leave. Potential for an immediate start.

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