Manager - Finance

WESCO Distribution; Uxbridge; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading distribution company in Uxbridge seeks a Manager - Finance to oversee financial activities, ensure compliance, and guide budget processes. The ideal candidate has 7+ years of finance experience, strong communication skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Excel. This role involves strategic planning and leadership, with opportunities for professional growth within a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• 7 years of progressive experience in a relevant finance role.
• 3 years of supervisory or leadership experience.
• Proven strategic planning experience at management level.

Responsibilities

• Manage financial activities and ensure compliance with regulations.
• Provide analytical support to business leaders.
• Prepare financial reports and lead budget processes.

Skills

Advanced in Microsoft Excel

Strong communication skills

Critical thinking skills

Ability to work on multiple projects

Education

Bachelors’ Degree in Finance, Accounting, or related

MBA preferred

CPA or CMA preferred

Job description

As a Manager - Finance, you willmanagethe financial activities and functions for a business segment, region or smaller off system business. You will ensurefinancial operations are in compliance with governmental rules and regulations. You will overseethe budget process and workwith managers to produce and manage effective budgets, as well as actas an advisor to management on regulations and other matters that may impact the financial activities of the company.

Responsibilities:

• Providesupport to managers in regard to financial reporting objectives and standards
• Provide analytical and financial support to assigned business leader
• Interface with business leaders and builds relationships in support of financial planning and performance measurement
• Work with business to understand strategies, initiatives, priorities, and cost drivers
• Ensure accurate and timely monthly, quarterly and year end close
• Develop strategies to support business growth through negotiating new strategic partnerships as well as through growth of core business
• Prepare financial reports and performs financial analysis
• Ensure all budgets and forecasts are accurately entered and reconciled in financial systems
• Lead financial preparation of forecasts, annual budget, and long- term strategic plan
• Prepare schedules and analysis required for compliance activities including, external audits and quarterly reviews, annual state and local tax packages, and internal audits
• Lead and motivates staff, promoting a collaborative working environment

Qualifications:

• Bachelors’ Degree in Finance, Accounting, or related required; MBA preferred.
• Licenses/Certificates/Designations - CPA or CMA preferred
• 7 years required of progressive experience working within relevant finance role or related professional role
• 3 years required of supervisory or leadership experience
• Proven strategic planning experience at management level
• Advanced in Microsoft Excel
• Demonstrated creative and critical thinking skills
• Able to work on multiple projects simultaneously
• Strong communication and presentation skills
• Prior experience anticipating financial and operational issue
• Ability to travel up to 25%