Head of Finance

Marks Sattin Ltd; Bolton; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing SME manufacturing business in the Bolton area is seeking a Head of Finance to oversee month-end close and manage the finance team. The ideal candidate will be ACA/ACCA or CIMA qualified, with strong technical accounting skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. This role offers a competitive salary between £80,000 and £95,000, plus benefits.

Qualifications

• Strong technical accounting background required.
• Advanced Excel skills essential.
• Experience in managing finance teams preferred.

Responsibilities

• Responsibility for month-end close.
• Manage the financial reporting process.
• Lead on compliance and process improvements.
• Management of the finance team.

Skills

Strong technical accounting background

Advanced Excel skills

Excellent staff management skills

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Hands-on and detail-oriented

Education

ACA/ACCA or CIMA qualified

Job description

Overview

Role: Head of Finance. Location: Bolton area. Salary: between £80,000 and £95,000 + benefits.

Responsibilities

• Responsibility for month-end close
• Manage the financial reporting process
• Cashflow management
• Variance analysis and reporting on trends
• KPI reporting
• Statutory accounts production
• Lead on compliance
• Lead in the development and improvement of processes, controls and systems
• Management of the finance team

Qualifications

• ACA/ACCA or CIMA qualified
• Strong technical accounting background
• Advanced Excel skills
• Hands-on and able to get into detail
• Excellent staff management skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage workloads
• Ability to work to tight deadlines

Salary & Benefits

Salary is between £80,000 and £95,000 with benefits; location is Bolton area.

Company

Growing SME manufacturing/distribution business.

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