Finance Manager

Northampton Business Directory; Milton Keynes; Remote; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading privately owned business is seeking a Finance Manager to oversee financial operations and lead a team. This remote position offers a competitive salary of up to £60,000, ideal for a qualified accountant looking to advance in a leadership role. The successful candidate will manage budgeting, financial reporting, and month-end processes while collaborating with various stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Qualified accountant with strong analytical and Excel skills.
• Proven ability to manage a team and multiple projects.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage month-end close and balance sheet reconciliation across the UK business.
• Prepare annual budgets and business partner with departmental heads.
• Lead and motivate a team of 4 to deliver high standards.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Excel proficiency

Education

ACCA, CIMA, ACA Qualified Accountant

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

This is a remote position.

Pivotal role in managing the financialoperations of a privately owned business.

A great opportunity for a “people focussed” Finance Manager.

As a Finance Manager, you will report directly to the Finance Director, whilst playing an important role in managing financial operations of the business. This position offers an excellent opportunity for a qualified accountant looking to make their first move into a leadership role.

The Role:

As a Finance Manager, you will be responsible for the smooth running of their financial operations.

You'll be responsible for the month-end close and balance sheet reconciliation processes across the business,preparing annual budgets and strategic plans.

A key part of your role will involve managing a small team, ensuring they are motivated and delivering to high standards.

Responsibilities:

Manage and coordinate the month-end close & Balance Sheet reconciliation process across the UK business

Business Partnering for the finance function providing relevant information, reporting and analysis to department heads and the senior leadership team

Preparing the annual budget and strategic plan

Support the preparation and submission of annual budgets and monthly rolling forecast

Work with the wider business teams to ensure efficient payments and credit control

Managing a team of 4, whilst ensuring the team are well motivated, delivering to a high standard.

Requirements

The Person:

The ideal candidate for this Finance Manager position is a qualified accountant with strong analytical skills including proficiency in Excel. As a self- starter, your ability to manage teamwork load effectively while balancing multiple projects will ensure deadlines are met.

Strong verbal and written communication skills are essential as you will be maintaining relationships across various senior stakeholders and business areas.

ACCA. CIMA, ACA Qualified Accountant

Confidence in maintaining relationships across various senior stakeholders and business areas

Experience with ERP systems or involvement in system implementations

Ability to manage teamwork load effectively and balance projects ensuring deadlines are achieved

Strong analytical skills including Excel proficiency

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Benefits

Up to £60,000 Salary, Plus Benefits

Next Steps:

Ready to take the leap?

Please apply!