Watford: Hands-On Finance Manager for UK Growth

Abbeygate Search; Watford; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Abbeygate Search in Watford is seeking a hands-on Finance Manager to support its growing UK operation. The role covers management accounts, budgeting, forecasting and cashflow, with responsibility for month-end processes and balance sheet reconciliations.

The successful candidate will be a qualified accountant (ACCA/CIMA/ACA or by experience), with strong Excel and Dynamics experience, capable of working independently in a fast-moving SME environment.

Qualifications

• Qualified accountant with ACCA, CIMA or ACA (or qualified by experience).
• Experience in a Finance Manager/Management Accountant or similar broad finance role.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly management accounts, including variance analysis and commentary.
• Manage month-end processes, including journals, accruals, prepayments and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Support budgeting, forecasting and cashflow management.
• Oversee day-to-day transactional finance activities, including purchase ledger, sales ledger and bank reconciliations.
• Maintain accurate financial records and effective financial controls.
• Produce financial reports and analysis to support business decisions.
• Identify opportunities to improve existing finance processes, systems and reporting.
• Work closely with colleagues across the business, providing financial information and support.
• Assist with year-end accounts and audit preparation.

Education

ACCA, CIMA or ACA (or equivalent)

Tools

Microsoft Dynamics

Excel

Job description

Abbeygate Search in Watford is seeking a hands-on Finance Manager to support its growing UK operation. The role covers management accounts, budgeting, forecasting and cashflow, with responsibility for month-end processes and balance sheet reconciliations.

The successful candidate will be a qualified accountant (ACCA/CIMA/ACA or by experience), with strong Excel and Dynamics experience, capable of working independently in a fast-moving SME environment.