Finance Manager

Team Jobs - Commercial; England; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing finance team in Ferndown is seeking an experienced Finance Manager to lead a small team. This role involves overseeing cash flow, managing daily banking entries, and preparing management accounts. Ideal candidates will have strong Excel skills, experience with Sage 50 Accounts, and a proactive approach to finance management. This position offers a competitive salary of £35,000 - £40,000 and Full-time, Permanent contract.

Qualifications

• Experience in finance management and team leadership.
• Ability to manage cash flow and financial forecasts.
• Proven track record of process improvement and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a finance team.
• Oversee daily banking entries and forecasts.
• Prepare monthly management accounts.
• Drive process improvement through automation.

Skills

Strong IT and Microsoft Excel skills

Experience with Sage 50 Accounts

Excellent communication skills

Attention to detail

Tools

Sage 50 Accounts

Job description

Finance Manager
Location: Ferndown
Salary: 35,000 - 40,000 DOE
Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent

Are you an experienced Finance professional looking for your next challenge? We're seeking a Finance Manager to join a busy and growing team, reporting directly to the Finance Director. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with strong leadership skills and a hands-on approach to finance management.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a small finance team of two assistants.
• Oversee daily banking entries and ensure forecasts are accurate and up to date.
• Prepare and raise contract applications/sales invoices, maintaining accurate records for each job.
• Manage cash flow, including invoice payments, retentions, and bad debt write-offs where necessary.
• Review bi-monthly payment runs before final approval by the Finance Director.
• Conduct end-of-job and work-in-progress analysis, reporting variances and improving processes to minimise errors.
• Prepare monthly management accounts and highlight key variances for review.
• Process payroll, overtime, expenses, and intercompany invoicing.
• Produce dashboards and KPIs for distribution across the business.
• Support the year-end process, liaising with accountants on key areas such as fixed assets, debtors/creditors, and stock.
• Drive process improvement through spreadsheet development and reporting automation.
• Manage the yearly insurance review for commercial and marine cargo policies.

Key Skills & Experience

• Strong IT and Microsoft Excel skills.
• Experience with Sage 50 Accounts, CIS Tax, and Reverse Charge VAT.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Attention to detail with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Other Requirements

• A proactive, flexible approach to work.
• Ability to manage a varied workload and meet deadlines.
• Commitment to maintaining a safe and positive work environment for all team members.

If you're a finance professional with excellent analytical skills and a passion for process improvement, we'd love to hear from you!

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