Your new company A standout, market-leading business in Bath is seeking a high-calibre Finance Manager to join the team. Your new role Working as part of a small team, you will have responsibility for all company financial matters and will be reporting directly to the Group Finance Director and Board of Directors.Key responsibilities will include: Preparation of detailed monthly management accounts by location and for the company as a whole Preparation of accounts year-end pack for the company's external accountants Providing a month-end Management Information pack including Profit and Loss variance Analysis, KPIs, sales base analysis cost analysis Preparation of annual budgets & forecasts Cash management and forecasting Overall responsibility for payroll (approximately 50 staff) Preparation of VAT returns and filing Working with and supporting the senior management team Supervising and supporting an accounts assistant What you'll need to succeed This is a hands-on role; you will be enthusiastic and willing to take ownership of the finance function and lead from the front with a can-do attitude. The successful candidate will: Be used to working in a small team environment within the SME sector. Proven experience in an accounting role, with excellent attention to detail, and have the ability to work alone as well as part of a team. Experience of Xero, Sage and Microsoft packages and Payroll would be advantageous. Be an excellent communicator. What you'll get in return Flexible working options available. Parking Product discounts 1 day work from home 37.5 hour working week What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. INDHAF If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)