The Opportunity: Kenton Black Finance have partnered with a large and successful business in Preston who are looking to appoint a Finance Manager on a fixed term contract of 6 months. This privately owned, award winning business has been operating for 150+ years and are regarded as an employer of choice in the local area. An immediate start is available and there is potential of a longer-term or permanent role after the initial 6 months for the successful candidate. Key Benefits and Reward: •Office based role, hours typically 8:30am-5pm and a 4pm finish each Friday •Salary up to £60k DOE •22 days annual leave + bank holidays Your New Role as Finance Manager: •Preparation of management accounts •Group consolidation support •VAT returns •Balance sheet reconciliations •Budgeting and forecasting •Providing support and mentoring to ledger teams as required •Ad hoc support as needed Experience & Qualifications Required to Apply: The successful candidate will be fully qualified (CIMA/ACCA/ACA) with strong technical accounting capabilities and extensive systems skills (MS Excel specifically). With a hands on and forward thinking approach, you will provide support across many areas as required to assist the team and add value to the finance function. An immediate start is available, please submit your CV without delay for consideration. IN ORDER TO BE CON...