Job Description
The Finance Manager will play a key role in management and reporting of Revenue and Margins whilst leading a team of part qualified management accountants. The role directly supports the Head of Finance and business heads in providing key financial reporting to support strategic decision making and driving profitability. This is a great opportunity for someone looking to take responsibility for management accounts whilst offering exposure to senior stakeholders.
This will be a 12 months fixed term contract with a view to making it permanent
Location: Nelson
Salary: £60,000 DOE
Working hours: Monday to Friday 37.5 hours
Responsibilities:
* Consolidation and review of mid-month and month end reporting, ensuring accurate and timely reporting across key products and channels.
* Balance sheet management ensuring key control accounts are reconciled monthly.
* Management of monthly Revenue Assurance reconciliations for key products, liaising with the business and suppliers to resolve queries.
* Working closely with HoF/CFO to ensure key risks and opportunities are identified and monitored.
* Implement and enhance operational/financial processes and controls, ensuring accuracy and efficiencies are achieved in monthly reporting.
* Support financial analysis/KPI reporting/Budgeting and margin enhancement projects.
* Preparation of deliverables for the year end audit, ensuring that records are correct and complete.
* Lead and mentor a team of finance professionals ensuring effective development.
Qualifications
* Qualified accountant (CIMA,ACCA,ACA).
* Advanced MS Excel skills to a level enabling effective data analysis and knowledge of Microsoft Access and Data Warehouse functionality advantageous.
* Proficiency with current financial software (Sage).
* Excellent communication skills, able to work effectively with both Finance and non-Finance colleagues.
* Strong attention to detail including awareness of contracts and legal documentation.
* Good follow-up skills and a positive attitude.
* Ability to handle multiple tasks, prioritise workloads and meet deadlines with an eye for accuracy and detail.
* A high energy level with creative problem-solving abilities.
* Must be able to work on own initiative and as part of a team.
* At all times demonstrate confidentiality, conscientiousness, and trustworthiness.
Additional Information
25 days holiday + bank holidays, with an extra day for each year of service (up to 30 days!)
An extra day off on your birthday or if you're getting married
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Professional development – training and support to help you grow
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