Remote Finance Manager – Forecasting & Xero

AWD online; Chester; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial services firm in Chester seeks an experienced Finance Manager / Management Accountant. You will lead financial planning and budgeting, utilizing Xero for reporting and compliance. The role requires strong analytical skills and a recognized accounting qualification. This position offers a salary between £45,000 to £50,000 per annum with the flexibility to work remotely, although you must reside in North Wales or North West England to meet in the office regularly.

Qualifications

• Proven experience of financial planning, reporting, and compliance.
• Advanced user of Xero with strong management accounting knowledge.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to explain financial information clearly.

Responsibilities

• Lead forecasting, cashflow monitoring, and long-term planning.
• Produce management accounts, variance analysis, and performance insights.
• Manage the annual budgeting process and coach non-financial managers.

Skills

Strong budgeting skills

Forecasting

Financial reporting

Xero expertise

Data analysis

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Education

Recognised accounting qualification (ACCA, CIMA, or ACA)

Tools

Xero

Excel

Power BI

Job description

A financial services firm in Chester seeks an experienced Finance Manager / Management Accountant. You will lead financial planning and budgeting, utilizing Xero for reporting and compliance. The role requires strong analytical skills and a recognized accounting qualification. This position offers a salary between £45,000 to £50,000 per annum with the flexibility to work remotely, although you must reside in North Wales or North West England to meet in the office regularly.