Are you an experienced Accounting Professional looking to join a dynamic business and become a number two the Finance Director?
This is an integral role working for a growing SME based in Halstead where you will gain exposure to team management, the management accounting cycle and projects.
As a Finance Manager you will:
* Provide timely and accurate financial updates to the Group Finance Director.
* Supervise and support a small accounts team.
* Maintain and update cash flow forecasts and authorize company payments.
* Prepare monthly management accounts, including accruals, prepayments, and journal entries.
* Reconcile WIP, GRNI, bank accounts, credit cards, and HP; investigate variances.
* Manage fixed assets register and apply correct depreciation rates.
* Oversee finance software closures, backups, and resolve system issues.
* Handle VAT returns, payroll reconciliations, and intercompany balances.
* Coordinate bi-monthly stocktakes and analyze results.
* Support quarter-end and year-end processes, including audit prep and budget assistance.
* Maintain financial coding structures and perform HMRC reporting (e.g., PSA, P11D).
* Conduct ad-hoc analysis and reporting as needed.
As a Finance Manager, you will need:
* Part Qualified or qualified by experience
* Knowledge of Access Supply Chain and Sage is an advantage
* Ability to drive (due to job location)
* Team player
* Good knowledge of Excel/Word/Office software
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