Finance Manager

Môrwell Talent Solutions Ltd; Wales; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing SME in Cardiff is seeking a Finance Manager to oversee the finance function. This office-based role offers an opportunity for development and progression towards a Finance Director position. Responsibilities include leading a finance team, preparing management information, and managing supplier payments. Applicants should have experience in finance management and strong finance knowledge. Benefits include 33 days holiday, birthday day off, and recognition awards.

Benefits

33 days holiday

Birthday day off

Annual awards

Employee of the Month recognition

Statutory pension

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a finance management role within an SME environment.
• Strong all-around finance knowledge if QBE.
• Ability to manage multiple finance areas.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a small finance team.
• Prepare monthly management information for Finance Director approval.
• Manage supplier payments and monitor cash flow.

Skills

Finance management experience

Qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) or QBE

Understanding of payroll processes

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Job description

Overview

Finance Manager
North Cardiff

Salary up to £50,000

Immediate Start Available

Môrwell Talent Solutions is delighted to be working with a growing, acquisitive SME in North Cardiff who are seeking a Finance Manager to oversee the day-to-day running of their finance function. This is a fully office-based role with excellent scope to develop, with the potential to progress into a future Finance Director position. My client is open to applicants who are fully qualified or QBE (qualified by experience).

Key Responsibilities will include -

• Lead and mentor a small finance team, supporting their development and ensuring tasks are completed accurately and on time
• Review and sign off reports before circulation to relevant stakeholders
• Prepare and maintain spreadsheets, producing monthly management information for approval by the Finance Director
• Provide cover for absent team members across payroll, invoicing and other duties as required
• Maintain the prepayments and accruals ledger
• Run and post month-end journals in preparation for FD review
• Process HMRC submissions and payments (PAYE & NI)
• Complete P11Ds and maintain control account reconciliations
• Manage supplier payments and monitor cash flow
• Maintain the fixed asset register
• Provide information and support for external year-end audits
• Attend management meetings, contributing to wider business discussions
• Demonstrate strong communication skills, including the ability to effectively manage up

Skills & Experience

• Previous experience in a finance management role within an SME environment
• Qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) or QBE with strong all-round finance knowledge
• Strong understanding of payroll processes and relevant legislation
• Excellent organisational and interpersonal skills
• Hands-on and adaptable, able to step in across all areas of finance when required

Benefits

• 33 days holiday (including bank holidays)
• Birthday day off
• Annual awards
• Employee of the Month recognition
• Statutory pension

If you want a role where you can bring your ambition and drive, with the desire to progress towards an FD role, please contact Môrwell Talent Solutions ASAP!