A wonderful opportunity to join a manufacturing SME at a time of growth and development. With a small dedicated, driven team you will work very closely with the two founders to develop robust business models, bring the whole finance function in house and advise the Directors. As a professional accountant with a proven track record in an SME ideally from manufacturing or a stock based environment. Duties will include:- Duties of the Finance Operations Manager Role:- Bring the whole finance function in house, liaising with the external accountants to ensure a smooth transition Oversee month end including reconciliations and bank reconciliations Detailed cashflow analysis on a daily basis Analysing revenue and stock on a weekly basis Produce detailed monthly management accounts and present to the Directors Profit and loss, variance analysis and balance sheet reconciliations Detailed budget preparation, liaise with stakeholders on monthly costs Reconcile multi-currency payments Small monthly payroll, handling any queries and on boarding new starters Detailed financial planning and analysis, financial modeling, and reporting Year end statutory accounts Liaise with HMRC and resolve any queries Send contracts to new starters, dealing with any HR issues as they arise and resolve Knowledge of EU Tax would be a huge bonus Requirements of the Finance and Operations Manager Role:- Stock background with an SME Hands on, happy to roll sleeves up ACCA, CIMA or ACA Qualified with a proven track record or an exceptiona qualified by experience Staff management Strong systems skills including Excel to an advanced level First rate communication skills Benefits of the Finance and Operations Manager Role:- Working from home 2 days a week 25 days holiday Health Insurance Pension