* Job Type: Full-time
* Location: West Newcastle
* Salary: £50-55k
My client is seeking a Finance Manager to oversee their financial operations, manage a team, and ensure the accuracy and effectiveness of their accounting practices. This role is ideal for someone with a strong analytical mindset and a proven track record in financial management.
Day-to-day of the role:
* Manage two accounts assistants responsible for the purchase ledger and sales ledger/credit control.
* Oversee all purchase ledger invoices, ensuring they are posted correctly against the appropriate nominal and within the correct accounting period.
* Control and oversee the payroll for 50 staff members, including both salaried and hourly-paid employees.
* Take full responsibility for the preparation of management accounts, maintaining cash flow forecasts, preparing for supplier payment meetings, and managing aged debtors.
* Drive the continuous improvement of end-to-end accounting practices, ensuring precise maintenance of cut-off periods.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
1. Proven experience as a Finance Manager or similar role.
2. You must have accounting qualifications.
3. Strong grasp of financial and accounting principles.
4. Excellent analytical skills and the ability to present financial information clearly.
5. Experience with Sage 200...