Finance Manager

www.topfinancialjobs.co.uk - Jobboard; Watford; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic retail automotive company seeks a Finance Manager / Financial Controller to lead their financial function. With ambitious growth plans, this onsite role offers a salary range of £50,000 - £60,000 and promising career advancement opportunities to Finance Director within 2-3 years.

Qualifications

• 2+ years experience in the motor trade industry.
• Strong practical experience in financial roles.
• Demonstrated ability to manage and mentor finance team.

Responsibilities

• Steer budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes.
• Produce timely monthly management accounts with analysis.
• Monitor cash flow and ensure compliance with regulations.

Skills

Financial Accounting

Commercial Insight

Financial Analysis

Team Management

Xero Accounting Software

Microsoft Excel

Education

ACCA / CIMA / ACA (or part-qualified)

Job description

An opportunity has arisen for a Finance Manager / Financial Controller to join a dynamic business in the retail automotive sector known for their ambitious growth plans and strong operational focus. This is an onsite role offering salary range of £50,000 - £60,000 and benefits.

As a Finance Manager / Financial Controller, you will be responsible for leading the financial function, driving commercial insight, and supporting business decision-making at a senior level.

In this role, you will have a chance to move up to Finance Director or CFO within 2 to 3 years.

You will be responsible for:

• Steering the company s budgeting, forecasting and financial planning processes
• Producing accurate and timely monthly management accounts with analysis of key trends and variances
• Monitoring and managing cash flow, working capital and stock funding requirements
• Ensuring full compliance with VAT, HMRC, and relevant financial regulations
• Coordinating audit processes and liaising with external auditors and tax advisors
• Reviewing and refining internal processes to boost financial efficiency and control
• Managing and mentoring a team of four Accounts Assistants
• Partnering with senior stakeholders to provide strategic financial guidance

What we are looking for:

• Previously worked as a Financial Accountant, Finance Manager, Financial Controller, Financial manager, Finance Controller, Company Accountant, Accountant or in a similar role.
• Possess at least 2 years experience in the motor trade industry.
• ACCA / CIMA / ACA (or part-qualified with strong practical experience)
• Solid experience with Xero accounting software
• Skilled user of Microsoft Excel
• Familiarity with Dealer Management Systems (DMS) is desirable
• Demonstrated ability to manage, coach and develop finance team members

This is an excellent opportunity for a Financial Controller to take the next step in your finance leadership career.

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