Finance Manager

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

Job summary

A growing finance team in Ferndown is seeking an experienced Finance Manager to oversee financial operations and lead a small team. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership and IT skills, with a focus on process improvement and financial accuracy. Responsibilities include managing cash flow, preparing monthly accounts, and enhancing operational processes. Ideal for finance professionals looking for a dynamic role with competitive salary.

Qualifications

• Strong leadership skills with experience in finance management.
• Ability to independently manage tasks and work collaboratively.
• Proactive and flexible approach to work.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a small finance team.
• Oversee daily banking entries and maintain forecasts.
• Prepare monthly management accounts and analyse variances.
• Process payroll, expenses, and intercompany invoicing.
• Drive process improvement through automation.

Skills

Strong IT and Microsoft Excel skills

Experience with Sage 50 Accounts

CIS Tax knowledge

Reverse Charge VAT knowledge

Excellent communication skills

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Job description

Overview

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.

Key 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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