Opportunity
Our client is currently looking for a Finance manager who will be responsible for the preparation of accurate and timely management and statutory financial accounts, ensuring the integrity of the balance sheet and underlying financial records for all funds within the organisation. The role will also provide financial support to the Finance Director, Chief Executive Officer, Chief Operating Officer and other stakeholders as required.
The Role
* Prepare and ensure the accurate management reporting of all funds within the organisation, in line with the agreed timetable
* Assist in the preparation of Group payroll costs, maintaining support for all adjustments and reconciliation of numbers
* Prepare and post all appropriate journal adjustments, maintaining full support and back-up
* Manage the year end audit process. Provide accurate and full supporting documentation for audit purposes, liaising with the external auditors as required
* Assist in building and maintaining budgets and forecasts for the business in liaison with other stakeholders
* Ensure that all appropriate balance sheet accounts are reconciled to appropriate back up on a timely basis
* Ensure that cash flow statements are produced accurately and in a timely manner
* Ensure that all payments are made within a timely manner and in accordance with our internal and banking requirements
* Maintain and reconcile trading statements for investments posting movement to the financial records.
* Processing of VAT returns for two entities, one with a partial exemption.
* Identify, innovate, and implement improvements to management reporting. Making continuous improvements to processes to improve efficiencies and controls
* Manage and develop members of the Finance team and ensure that activities are coordinated
* Act as a finance business partner to operational teams, providing financial insights, analysis, and support to drive informed decision-making and improve business performance.
* Line management of a small team of 3 direct reports, including responsibility for day-to-day supervision, motivation, professional development and performance management.
Experience Required
* ACA/ACCA/CIMA
* Demonstrable line management experience with the ability to support team members in achieving both personal and business objectives
* Strong technical skills
* Strong knowledge of a variety of financial systems
* Good analytical ability
* Adaptable and open to change