Anderson Knight are delighted to be supporting an established and highly respected service sector organisation is seeking an experienced Finance Manager to lead financial control and reporting across a multi-brand operation.
Reporting to the Financial Controller, this is a senior hands-on role with responsibility for statutory reporting, monthly management accounts, audit, VAT, cashflow and team leadership. The position offers excellent exposure to group finance, senior stakeholders and continuous improvement initiatives within a complex, high-volume environment.
Key Responsibilities
As Finance Manager, you will be responsible for:
* Full ownership of monthly P&L reporting and period-end close
* Preparation of annual statutory accounts in line with group reporting deadlines
* Balance sheet reconciliations and journal postings
* Leading and coordinating the annual external audit
* Ensuring compliance with IFRS and relevant accounting regulations
* Oversight of revenue recognition and cost accounting, including liaison with public sector bodies for concessionary revenue
* Cashflow management and coordination of payment runs
* Preparation and submission of quarterly VAT returns
* Driving continuous improvement in financial controls, processes and systems
* Providing ad hoc financial analysis to senior management and group finance
* Line management and development of two finance team members
Skills, Experience & Qualifications
To be successful in this role, you will have:
* Fully qualified accountant (ICAS, ACCA, ACA or CIMA)
* Strong technical accounting knowledge with practical application experience
* Excellent attention to detail and high standards of accuracy
* Strong communication skills with the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels
* A proactive, organised and methodical approach to workload management
* Strong analytical, problem-solving and decision-making skills
* Experience with management reporting and financial analysis
This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified Finance Manager looking to take ownership of a broad financial remit within a stable, well-structured organisation offering visibility, responsibility and long-term career development