Job Summary: Responsible for all aspects of the finance function, developing and maintaining financial controls and manage the reporting requirements and both management/statutory accounts. Development of the Finance Team and provide the detailed accounting information for the finance function. Additonally, enhance processes and internal finance systems. Duties & Responsibilities: Financial Management * Prepare monthly and annual financial reports for management review * Process payroll, ensuring accuracy and compliance * Staff management, development and mentoring of accounts receivable and payable functions * Monitor cash flow and support short- and medium-term forecasting * Budget preparation and variance analysis * Maintain accurate financial records and documentation Compliance & External Liaison * Liaise with external accountants, auditors, HMRC, and advisers * Year-end accounts preparation and statutory reporting General * Support SMT with ad-hoc financial analysis and reporting * Assist in improving financial systems, controls, and efficiency * Maintain confidentiality of all financial and company information Required Education, Training, Skills & Experience: * Highly numerate, and CIMA /ACCA/ ACA qualified * A proven track record of quickly adding value in a fast paced environment. * Technically strong with a commercial mind-set * Detailed knowledge of management and statutory accounting. * Strong Excel skills being competent in the use of VLOOKUP’s and pivot tables * Ability to understand and analysis complex information and present it simply and accurately * An investigative mind, both on tasks at hand but also to question if there is a better way * Attention to detail, ensuring accurately presented accounts and information * Ability to progress a large number of activities concurrently * Proven ability to work under pressure. * Experience of developing processes and procedures * Staff management experience. * Flexible approach to work, as additional hours may be required