Finance and Tax Manager

Dexters Estate Agent Group; London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Dexters Estate Agent Group is seeking a motivated Finance and Tax Manager to oversee financial operations and drive strategic objectives. The successful candidate will be tasked with financial reporting, tax compliance, and enhancing business processes, requiring expertise in accounting and excellent analytical skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3-4 years of experience in a similar role.
• Strong academic record as a qualified accountant.
• Proven ability to improve processes.

Responsibilities

• Support month-end and year-end closing processes.
• Prepare and analyse financial statements and reports.
• Manage cash flow and oversee treasury activities.
• Prepare corporate tax returns and ensure tax compliance.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Education

Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, or equivalent)

Tax Accounting qualification

Tools

Sage

Microsoft Excel

Job description

We are seeking a motivated and analytical Finance and Tax Manager to work directly with the Financial Controller. In this key role, you will be responsible for supporting the company's financial and tax operations, to deliver timely and accurate financial information and insights to senior management. You will play an important role in supporting the company's strategic financial objectives and driving business growth.

Salary: £50,000-£70,000 DOE

Location: Teddington, TW11

Hours: Monday-Friday 8.30am-5.30pm

Key Responsibilities

● Financial Accounting and Reporting
○ Support on the month-end and year-end closing processes, including working with finance team on journal entries, reconciliations, and financial statement preparation.
○ Prepare and analyse financial statements, including income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements for monthly and year end accounts including supporting with Audit
○ Monitor key financial metrics and prepare insightful reports for management.
○ Assist with budget preparation and variance analysis.
● Treasury
○ Work with Director of Finance Operations to oversee the management of cash flow and liquidity to ensure adequate funding for operations and strategic acquisition initiatives.
○ Optimize cash management processes and systems for efficiency and accuracy.
○ Prepare and present regular reports on treasury activities including cash forecasting and weekly liquidity reporting process.
● Tax Compliance
○ Prepare information required for corporate tax returns working closely with Big FourAccountancy firm (who prepare the computations)
○ Review tax computations prepared by external Big Four Accountancy firm for accuracy andjudgemental tax positions and advise Finance Director
○ Prepare and submit other tax returns including VAT, P11D, PSA and ERS tax returnsaccurately and on time.
○ Research impact of any new tax legislation and recommend tax planning strategies.
● Project Management
○ Assist with special projects, such as system implementations, process improvements, andM&A activity.

Experience and Competencies
● Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, or equivalent) with a strong academic record. Tax Accountingqualification is a positive.
● Minimum of 3/4 years of experience in a similar role within a mid-tier accountancy firm or within industry.
● Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
● Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
● Proficiency in accounting software (e.g. Sage) and Microsoft Excel.
● Highly organized and detail-oriented with the ability to meet deadlines
● Proven ability to improve processes.

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