Finance Manager (Interim)

VanRath; Belfast City District; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

3-month contract

Immediate start

4-day week option

Permanent potential

Senior leadership exposure

Job summary

VanRath is recruiting a Finance Manager for a growing SME in Northern Ireland. The role oversees finance operations on a short-term basis, initially for 3 months, with a hands-on leadership style and the possibility of becoming permanent based on performance.

You will manage a small team, ensure robust financial reporting, cashflow forecasting and overall cash management, while collaborating with senior leadership to drive strategic growth.

Qualifications

• Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) or equivalent.
• Proven experience managing financial reporting in an SME environment.
• Experience leading and supporting small teams.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to handle day-to-day tasks.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to liaise with senior management.
• Available at short notice.

Responsibilities

• Take ultimate responsibility for all financial reporting and compliance.
• Oversee and support a team of 2 junior staff members.
• Manage month-end, year-end, and forecasting processes.
• Assist the director with strategic financial planning and analysis.
• Ensure effective internal controls and process improvements.

Skills

Financial reporting

Leadership

Communication with senior management

Attention to detail

Short-notice availability

Job description

Are you a Finance Manager looking to make a real impact within a dynamic SME? Our client, a growing and innovative business, is seeking a proactive Finance Manager to oversee their finance operations on a short-term basis, initially for a period of 3 months. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to lead a small team and directly support the company's strategic growth, with the potential to become a permanent posting based on performance and delivery.

Salary/Benefits

• £50,000 - £60,000
• Initial 3 month contract with the opportunity to secure a permanent role
• Immediate start available
• Reduced workings hours are considered (4 days per week)
• Varied and hands-on role
• Opportunity to work directly with senior leadership

About your next employer

This SME business operates within a thriving sector, known for its entrepreneurial spirit and customer-focus. With a close-knit team of professionals, they utilise modern technologies and innovative practices to stay ahead in their industry. Reporting to the director, the Finance Manager will be responsible for taking a hands-on leadership approach and fostering a collaborative work environment, perfect for someone looking to make a tangible difference.

The Finance Manager will be responsible for the management of a finance team, ensuring daily deliverables are met, along with having the responsibility for all financial reporting, cashflow forecasting and cash management of the business.

Although this role is initially for a period of 3 months, there is a long term potential with this role and it could become permanent for the right candidate.

Interviewing immediately!

About you

• Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) or equivalent
• Proven experience managing financial reporting in an SME environment
• Experience leading and supporting small teams
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to get involved in day-to-day tasks
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to liaise with senior management
• Available at short notice

What you'll do

• Take ultimate responsibility for all financial reporting and compliance
• Oversee and support a team of 2 junior staff members
• Manage month-end, year-end, and forecasting processes
• Assist the director with strategic financial planning and analysis
• Ensure effective internal controls and process improvements

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