Overview
Assistant Finance Manager for an electrical contractor. Based in Maldon, Essex. Full time, permanent. £40,000 - £45,000 per annum.
We are working with a successful and growing electrical contractor to find a proactive Assistant Finance Manager to join their team in Maldon. This is an exciting time for the business as they transition from Sage to Xero, and they are looking for someone with strong Xero experience who can help establish efficient financial systems and processes from the outset.
Key Responsibilities
* Support the transition from Sage to Xero and embedding best practices.
* Assist in the preparation of budgets, forecasts, and cost control.
* Provide financial insights to aid decision-making (e.g., pricing, cost-saving, margin analysis).
* Process supplier invoices, payments, and manage cash outflows.
* Manage customer invoicing, chase debtors, and monitor cash inflows.
* Track and report on outstanding debts.
* Assist with month-end and year-end processes.
The successful candidate will have
* Previous experience in a finance role, ideally within contracting, construction, or a related industry.
* Strong working knowledge of Xero (experience of Sage beneficial).
* A keen interest in financial systems, streamlining, and automation.
* Solid understanding of cash flow management and reporting.
* Strong analytical, organisational, and communication skills.
* Part-qualified (ACCA, CIMA, ACA) or qualified by experience.
You will be working for a modern, forward-thinking business that values its people and is committed to growth through innovation and efficiency.
Please apply online now, or call Lucy on (phone number removed) for more information
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