Finance Manager

Howett-Thorpe Recruitment Consultants Limited; Haslemere; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Howett-Thorpe Recruitment Consultants Limited is seeking an experienced Finance Manager near Haslemere. The role is permanent with flexible hours (full-time or part-time) and focuses on managing the day-to-day finance function in a busy environment.

Responsibilities include overseeing the finance department, collaborating on accounts with compliance to data protection laws, managing Xero, monthly/year-end reconciliations, and producing financial reports for senior leadership.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a similar position.
• QBE/Qualified candidates will be considered.
• Strong Excel skills.
• Good attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the efficient operation of the Finance Department to ensure policies and procedures are followed.
• Collaborate with accountants on annual accounts preparation and filing, maintaining records per data protection laws.
• Manage the Xero accounting system and perform month-end and year-end reconciliations.
• Produce regular financial reports for senior leadership and conduct financial analysis for strategic decisions.
• Assist with budgeting and monitor budgets throughout the year.
• Handle banking, credit cards, and payment systems with monthly reconciliations and cash flow management.
• Oversee procurement processes and identify cost-saving opportunities within policies.
• Supervise one staff member and provide support for any issues.
• Manage the annual audit process and liaise with external auditors.

Skills

Excel

Attention to detail

Financial reporting

Education

AAT qualification or progression

Tools

Xero

Job description

This well-established organisation based near Haslemere are seeking an experienced Finance Manager to join their team. This role is being offered on a permanent basis, and my client will look at full time or slightly reduced hours options. This role would suit someone who has previous experience in day-to-day management of the finance function in a busy environment and ideally someone who is AAT qualified, or working towards a professional accountancy qualification.

Job Type: Permanent, full time or part time

Finance Manager - About The Role

• Oversee the efficient operation of the Finance Department, ensuring compliance with financial policies and procedures.
• Collaborate with accountants on the preparation and filing of annual company accounts, while maintaining records in accordance with data protection laws.
• Manage the Xero accounting system, ensuring it meets the evolving needs and maintaining accurate financial records, including month-end and year-end reconciliations.
• Produce regular financial reports for senior leadership, and conduct financial analysis to inform strategic decision-making.
• Support with the preparation of the yearly budget and monitor throughout the year.
• Administer the banking, credit cards, and payment systems, ensuring monthly reconciliations and effective cash flow management.
• Oversee procurement processes, ensuring compliance with financial policies, and manage spending to identify cost‑saving opportunities.
• Overseeing 1 member of staff and supporting with any issues.
• Manage the annual audit process and liaise with external auditors.

The successful Finance Manager will have:

• Previous experience in a similar position
• QBE/Qualified candidates will be considered
• Strong Excel skills
• Good attention to detail