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Company Information
Our client is one of the largest in their niche distribution businesses in the UK, storing and delivering frozen food from manufacturers across Britain, Europe, and beyond to major supermarkets and food service providers.
With over 25 years of experience, they are a British, family-owned business committed to long-term relationships with customers, suppliers, and colleagues. They continually invest in facilities and staff to provide reliable, responsive, and cost-effective storage and distribution services to the UK food industry.
Job Description
We are seeking a Finance Manager to support the strategic aims of the company. The role reports directly to the Group Head of Finance and collaborates with the Group Management Accountant.
Key Responsibilities
1. Support and mentor the finance team, providing training and fostering long-term development.
2. Assist the team with complex queries related to payroll, payments, cash book, journals, etc.
3. Review financial controls and identify operational efficiencies.
4. Handle all aspects of financial accounting up to trial balance, including accruals and prepayments.
5. Prepare VAT data for MTD and PAYE reconciliations.
6. Standardize finance procedures and paperwork across all Group companies.
7. Build effective relationships with directors, managers, and external advisors, attending meetings as needed.
8. Foster strong working relationships within the finance team to ensure accurate reporting.
Requirements and Skills
Required
* Experience as a finance professional in a complex organization.
* Team management skills.
* Proficiency with MS Office, including Outlook, Word, and Excel.
* Strong verbal and written communication skills.
* Ability to analyze management information to identify trends.
* Experience with Pegasus Opera 3 (Payroll and Accounts Package).
* Accountancy qualification (AAT/ACCA/CIMA/ACA) is beneficial but not essential; QBE candidates will also be considered.
Benefits
* Long Service Awards
* Additional Paid Leave
* Employee Assistance Programme (optical, dental, and more cashback claims)
* Cycle to Work Scheme
* Employee Engagement Activities (charity bake days, fundraisers, seasonal events, raffles, quizzes)
* Social Club (discounted event tickets)
* Company Lottery
* My Perks Reward Scheme (exclusive deals and discounts)
* Refer a Friend Payments
About Us
We are committed to diversity and inclusion, welcoming applications from all qualified individuals regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. As a Disability Confident Employer and part of the Nicholas Associates Group, we support flexible working options.
We prioritize candidate privacy, and any application will be processed in accordance with our Privacy Notice.
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