Responsible to: Directors
Job Type: Full time
Location: Letchworth / Hitchin area
5ab Care is a Children's Residential Care provider supporting vulnerable young people across the country. We are recruiting for an organised and driven individual to join our team and contribute to the success of the organisation. This is an exciting opportunity to be a part of a morals-based, ethical organisation that is growing organically.
Benefits:
· 25 Days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays
· Flexible working - Working from home days
· Blue Light Card
· Electric Vehicle Salary Sacrifice Scheme
· Training & Development
· Referral Scheme
· Free Initial DBS check
· Excellent Training & Development Opportunities
· Celebration of employee life events, such as wedding, new baby etc.
Key Responsibilities:
· Financial forecasting to enable business growth decisions
· Conduct regular financial reconciliations to ensure accuracy and compliance with regulatory requirements
· Analyse and resolve discrepancies in financial records
· Oversee the end-to-end payroll process, ensuring timely and accurate payments
· Stay informed about changes in payroll regulations and implement necessary updates
· Prepare and analyse monthly, quarterly, and annual management accounts
· Provide insights and recommendations based on financial analysis to support strategic decision-making
· Manage the invoicing process, including the issuance of accurate and timely invoices
· Collaborate with relevant departments to resolve any invoicing-related issues
· Assist in the development of annual budgets and forecasts
· Monitor actual performance against budgets and provide variance analysis
· Generate financial reports for internal and external stakeholders
· Ensure compliance with financial reporting standards and regulations
· Monitor and manage cash flow to ensure the availability of funds for operational needs
· Implement strategies to optimise cash flow efficiency
· Coordinate with external auditors during the annual audit process
· Provide necessary documentation and support for audit inquiries
What we're looking for:
· Proven experience as a Finance Manager or in a similar role
· Strong knowledge of UK accounting principles and regulations
· Proficient in financial reconciliation, payroll processing, and management accounts preparation
· Excellent understanding of invoicing processes and financial reporting
· Advanced proficiency in financial software and Microsoft Excel
· An in depth knowledge of using Xero account ting software
· Confident in presenting analysis of financials to the Directors
· Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
· Effective communication and interpersonal skills
5ab Care are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to a satisfactory enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: Up to £65,000.00 per year
Benefits:
* Company events
* Company pension
* Employee discount
* Free parking
* On-site parking
* Referral programme
Experience:
* Payroll management: 2 years (preferred)
* Financial analysis: 1 year (preferred)
* Finance Management: 3 years (required)
Licence/Certification:
* UK Driving Licence (required)
Work Location: In person