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:
1. Provide timely and accurate financial updates to the Group Finance Director.
2. Supervise and support a small accounts team.
3. Maintain and update cash flow forecasts and authorize company payments.
4. Prepare monthly management accounts, including accruals, prepayments, and journal entries.
5. Reconcile WIP, GRNI, bank accounts, credit cards, and HP; investigate variances.
6. Manage fixed assets register and apply correct depreciation rates.
7. Oversee finance software closures, backups, and resolve system issues.
8. Handle VAT returns, payroll reconciliations, and intercompany balances.
9. Coordinate bi-monthly stocktakes and analyze results.
10. Support quarter-end and year-end processes, including audit prep and budget assistance.
11. Maintain financial coding structures and perform HMRC reporting (, PSA, P11D).
12. Conduct ad-hoc analysis and reporting as needed.
As a Finance Manager, you will need:
13. Part Qualified or qualified by experience
14. Knowledge of Access Supply Chain and Sage is an advantage
15. Ability to drive (due to job location)
16. Team player
17. Good knowledge of Excel/Word/Office software
As a Finance Manager, you will get:
18. Salary of £35,000 - £40,000
19. Study Support if required
20. On-Site Parking
21. Pension and Health Insurance