Finance Manager

Get Recruited Ltd; Watford; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An entrepreneurial business in Watford is seeking a Finance Manager to lead a small team and oversee crucial financial processes. This role offers a unique opportunity for a Management Accountant or Finance Manager ready to advance their career toward Finance Director status. You will be responsible for management accounts, budgeting, cashflow management, and external audits, while implementing scalable processes and risk controls. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills, excellent communication abilities, and a solid understanding of the finance landscape. Join this thriving company and make a significant impact on its growth journey.

Qualifications

• CIMA, ACA, or ACCA qualified professional with experience in finance management.
• Proven leadership skills with a focus on team development and performance.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of five in management accounts, budgeting, and forecasting.
• Handle cashflow management and ensure compliance with VAT returns.

Skills

Management Accounting

Financial Reporting

Budgeting

Forecasting

Cashflow Management

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

People Leadership

Education

CIMA Qualified

ACA Qualified

ACCA Qualified

Tools

Xero Accounting Software

Advanced MS Excel

Job description

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FINANCE MANAGER

WATFORD / SITE BASED

£50,000 to £70,000 BASE SALARY

THE COMPANY:

We are exclusively partnering with a thriving, entrepreneurial business in the Watford area that is experiencing rapid expansion. As part of their growth, they are seeking an experienced and qualified Finance Manager. This opportunity is ideal for a Management Accountant ready to take the next step or a Finance Manager/Financial Controller looking for a fresh challenge.

In this role, you will lead a small team of five, including Accounts Assistants and an Assistant Accountant, while taking hands-on responsibility for management accounts, budgeting, forecasting, cashflow management, VAT returns, payroll, year-end processes, external audits, process and risk control implementation, and financial reporting. This position is perfect for an ambitious professional looking to progress towards Finance Director status as the business continues to grow.

THE FINANCE MANAGER ROLE:

1. Leading a team of five people and ensuring key transactional deadlines are achieved while developing their skills.
2. Leading on Month-End and the full Management Accounts process, including balance sheet reconciliation and producing the MI Pack for the board.
3. Annual Budgeting and Forecasting, recording actuals and conducting variance analysis.
4. Responsible for Cashflow Management and Forecasting, including ensuring all funding and liquidity requirements are met.
5. Handling Quarterly VAT Returns and other statutory submissions.
6. Leading on Year End and External Audit.
7. Reviewing and implementing automated processes and introducing risk controls that are scalable.
8. Responsible for Stock Forecasting and Reporting, ensuring funding is in place to secure the appropriate stock levels to fuel growth.
9. Providing Finance Business Partnering support to the SLT, implementing KPIs, Flash Reporting, Analytical Insights, and Recommendations.

THE PERSON:

1. CIMA, ACA or ACCA Qualified is essential.
2. Must be operating at Finance Manager, Financial Controller or Management Accountant Level (ready for the next step), with experience of Stock Management and People Leadership.
3. Experience in the Motor Trade / Car Sales / Car Dealership industry would be a significant advantage.
4. Solid understanding of the Year End and External Audit process.
5. Experience with Xero Accounting Software & Advanced MS Excel.
6. An excellent communicator who is able to build instant relationships.
7. Good analytical skills and a high attention to detail is essential.

TO APPLY:

Please send your CV for the Finance Manager position via the advert for immediate consideration. Get Recruited is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.