Finance Manager (12mth FTC)

Isca Recruitment Ltd; Exeter; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Job summary

Isca Recruitment Ltd. is recruiting an experienced Finance Manager to join a successful organisation in Exeter on an initial 12-month fixed-term contract.

You will lead a small finance team, oversee month-end close and deliver accurate management accounts and financial reporting. Reporting to the Finance Director, you will manage budgeting, forecasting and cashflow, ensure VAT compliance and coordinate the annual audit.

Qualifications

• Qualified accountant with strong technical accounting and control experience.
• Experience in month-end close, management reporting and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Knowledge of VAT compliance and statutory reporting processes.
• Experience coordinating audits and external reporting would be advantageous.
• Experience in charity or not-for-profit sector is welcomed but not required.

Responsibilities

• Lead a small finance team and drive month-end close processes.
• Prepare and review monthly management accounts and variance analysis.
• Generate cost centre reporting and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Assist budgeting, forecasting and cashflow reporting.
• Ensure VAT compliance and HMRC regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate annual statutory audit and statutory accounts preparation.
• Contribute to process improvements across the finance function.

Skills

Team leadership

Management accounting

Financial reporting

VAT compliance

Stakeholder communication

Payroll experience

Education

ACA/ACCA preferred

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Isca Recruitment is delighted to be recruiting for an experienced Finance Manager to join a successful and purpose-led organisation based in Exeter on an initial 12-month fixed-term contract.

This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified accountant seeking a varied and hands-on management role where you will lead a small finance team and play a key part in delivering accurate financial reporting, compliance and financial control across the organisation.

Reporting to the Finance Director, you will oversee a small finance team and be responsible for ensuring the smooth running of the finance function, whilst supporting the wider organisation with timely and accurate financial information.

Finance Manager – The Role

• Leading, mentoring and developing a small finance team.


• Managing the month-end close process.


• Preparing and reviewing monthly management accounts.


• Producing monthly cost centre reporting and variance analysis.


• Preparing and reviewing balance sheet reconciliations.


• Supporting budgeting, forecasting, and cashflow reporting activities.


• Ensuring compliance with VAT and other HMRC requirements.


• Coordinating the annual statutory audit process.


• Supporting the preparation of statutory accounts.


• Completion and submission of ONS surveys and other regulatory reporting requirements.


• Maintaining and improving finance processes, controls and reporting.


• Working closely with budget holders and non-finance stakeholders, providing financial insight and guidance.


• Supporting ad hoc projects and continuous improvement initiatives across the finance function.

Finance Manager – The Rewards

• Salary of £50,000 – £55,000pa depending on experience and qualifications.


• 37.5 hours per week Mon – Fri


• Hybrid working with 1-2 days per week at the Exeter Head Office.


• Opportunity to join a collaborative and supportive organisation.


• Varied and interesting role with genuine responsibility and autonomy.


• 12-month fixed-term contract with immediate impact and visibility across the business.

Finance Manager – The Person

This role will suit an experienced finance professional who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and taking ownership of a broad range of management accounting, compliance and team leadership responsibilities.

• ACA, ACCA or equivalent accountancy qualification (preferred)


• Recent experience including month-end and management accounting, preparing and reviewing balance sheet reconciliations, producing management information and cost centre reporting.


• Knowledge of statutory accounts preparation and external audit processes.


• Experience managing VAT returns and wider financial compliance requirements.


• Excellent attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.


• Strong communication skills with the confidence to build relationships across the organisation.


• A proactive, organised and hands-on approach.


• Payroll and pension administration experience would be advantageous but is not essential.


• Experience within the charity sector would also be welcomed, although this is not a prerequisite.

This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious finance professional seeking a rewarding position within a well-established organisation where you can make a meaningful contribution from day one.

• Please note Isca Recruitment does not hold a licence to sponsor visas. We cannot process applications from individuals requiring sponsorship now or in the future.