Finance Manager

Morepeople 01780; Lyndhurst; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent fresh produce company in Lyndhurst is seeking an experienced Finance Manager. The candidate will be responsible for supporting financial reporting, managing accounts, and leading a small team. Ideal candidates should possess a strong finance background, preferably with a qualification in ACCA, CIMA, or ACA. This is a hands-on role requiring attention to detail and the ability to improve financial processes.

Qualifications

• Strong experience in a finance role, ideally in practice or SME.
• Experience managing a finance team.
• Attention to detail and integrity.

Responsibilities

• Support year end audit processes and annual budgeting.
• Prepare month end management accounts.
• Provide guidance to non-finance managers.

Skills

Finance management

Analytical mindset

Team management

Proficient in Excel

Education

ACCA, CIMA, or ACA qualification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Finance Manager

We are currently seeking a proactive and detail oriented Finance Manager to support our Finance Director within a fast paced finance team. This is a hands on role involving both management and financial accounting responsibilities. The successful candidate will play a key part in delivering timely and accurate financial reporting, including monthly management accounts and weekly KPIs, while also supporting a range of wider finance team activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Finance Director with year end audit processes, annual budgeting, and ad hoc financial analysis.

• Prepare month end management accounts, including accruals and prepayments, and investigate variances against budget.

• Reconcile control accounts and assist with other audit preparation tasks.

• Review and submit monthly VAT returns.

• Generate and distribute weekly and monthly KPI reports.

• Provide financial support and guidance to non-finance managers and budget holders.

• Oversee the day-to-day activities of purchase ledger, sales ledger, and payroll (managing a team of three).

• Provide holiday cover across various finance department roles as required.

• Identify and implement improvements to financial systems, processes, and procedures.

Candidate Profile

• Strong, relevant experience in a finance role, ideally gained in practice or within an SME environment.

• ACCA, CIMA, or ACA qualification (or part-qualified) is advantageous but not essential.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel (including pivot tables and data analysis).

• Experience managing or supervising a small finance team.

• Curious and analytical mindset with a drive to improve processes.

• Collaborative team player with excellent communication skills.

• High level of honesty, integrity, and attention to detail.

If you are a motivated individual with a passion for accountancy and a desire to make a difference in the fresh produce sector, we encourage you to apply, alternatively, contact Angus on 01780 480530 or [e-mail]

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