Office-Based Assistant Finance Manager - 12-Month Contract

Officeangels

Watford

On-site

GBP 40,000 - 45,000

Full time

34 hours ago
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Benefits offered by this job

20 days annual leave
6 personal days (non-contractual)
Pension

Job summary

Office Angels in Watford is seeking an Assistant Finance Manager for a 12-month fixed-term contract starting February 2027. This fully office-based role, reporting to the Finance Director, requires overseeing AP/AR, VAT returns, payroll calculations, and cash flow analysis while ensuring accurate financial reporting.

The ideal candidate will have strong Excel skills, attention to detail, leadership and communication abilities, and experience with Sage Intacct.

Qualifications

  • Intermediate to advanced Excel skills.
  • Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and efficiency.
  • Excellent leadership and communication skills.
  • Analytical and critical thinking abilities.
  • Proven multitasking capabilities.
  • Experience using Sage Intacct would be desirable.

Responsibilities

  • Assist Finance Director with day-to-day finance operations.
  • Oversee Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable processes.
  • Serve as first point of contact for finance queries from staff.
  • Analyse and report on AP/AR efficiency and cash flow impact.
  • Help prepare VAT returns and payroll commission calculations.

Skills

Excel
Attention to detail
Leadership
Communication
Analytical thinking
Multitasking

Tools

Sage Intacct

Job description

Office Angels in Watford is seeking an Assistant Finance Manager for a 12-month fixed-term contract starting February 2027. This fully office-based role, reporting to the Finance Director, requires overseeing AP/AR, VAT returns, payroll calculations, and cash flow analysis while ensuring accurate financial reporting.

The ideal candidate will have strong Excel skills, attention to detail, leadership and communication abilities, and experience with Sage Intacct.

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