Finance Manager

Job description

As our accounts lead, you'll oversee all core financial functions, from monthly and year-end accounts to audit preparation and compliance. You'll be responsible for payroll, treasury, and tax functions. Reporting to the Managing Director, you'll contribute to strategic decisions and manage a direct report handling sales, purchase ledger, and credit control.

What You'll Be Doing

Financial & Management Accounting

• Prepare and present monthly management accounts and perform balance sheet reconciliations.
• Oversee month-end closure, general ledger entries, and submit group reporting.

Year-End, Audit & Compliance

• Manage VAT returns and tax documentation.

Payroll, Treasury

• Process payroll, manage pensions, and support the MD in salary reviews.
• Manage treasury operations, including online banking.
• Manage holiday/sickness records.

Additional Responsibilities

• Liaise with creditors and debtors.

Person Specification

To succeed in this role, you'll be a proactive and highly organized finance professional with a strategic mindset and attention to detail. You'll be able to communicate effectively at all levels and bring a hands-on approach to support our growth.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Fully qualified accounts Manager (AAT level 4) with a minimum of 5 years' post-qualification experience.
• Background in financial accounting within an industry setting is advantageous.

Technical Skills:

• Proficient with Excel and strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

Personal Attributes:

• Detail-oriented, organized, and able to handle multiple responsibilities effectively.
• High level of integrity, with the ability to instill trust and confidence across all levels of the business.
• Adaptable and comfortable in a hands-on, dynamic work environment where a variety of business functions may require your support.

Interpersonal Skills:

• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Confident managing and developing direct reports, ensuring effective financial processes.

Pay: GBP30,000.00–GBP40,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• On-site parking.
• Private medical care.

Working hours: Monday to Thursday, 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM; Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with half an hour for lunch.