Are you ready to take on a pivotal role as a Finance Manager? Our client, a leading fit out specialist in the education sector, is seeking their first Finance Manager to spearhead both strategic and hands-on financial management. This is a unique opportunity to shape the finance function within a dynamic company.
What is The Job Doing:
The Finance Manager will play a key role in driving the company's financial performance - combining hands-on control of daily operations with strategic financial insight to support growth and profitability. This will include:
Owning all core financial operations, including maintaining accurate ledgers, preparing and reconciling bank accounts, managing VAT returns and HMRC submissions, and overseeing credit control and supplier payments.
Producing and analysing monthly management accounts, ensuring accurate and timely reporting of revenues, costs, and margins across projects and departments.
Leading the budgeting and forecasting process, working closely with department heads to set financial targets, track performance, and identify risks or opportunities.
Monitoring cash flow and working capital, ensuring effective cost management and liquidity across the business.
Supporting strategic decision-making, providing the senior leadership team with timely financial analysis, insights, and recommendations.
Ensuring financial compliance and best practice, maintaining internal controls and making sure processes are robust, efficient, and in line with legislation and best practice.
Implementing process improvements, streamlining financial systems and reporting tools to enhance efficiency and accuracy.What Experience Do I Need
The ideal Finance Manager will have:
Demonstrable experience managing both strategic and operational finance within a growing business.
A strong background in construction, manufacturing, or a project-based environment, with hands-on experience in project costing, job costing, CIS and reverse charge VAT.
Strong understanding of accounting principles, UK accounting regulations, financial controls, and compliance requirements.
Demonstratable experience of managing the full finance function within an SME environment.
Excellent organisational, problem-solving, and communication skills, with the confidence to challenge, advise, and support senior decision-makers.
Qualified or part qualified (ACA, ACCA, CIMA), or qualified by experience.The client is a specialist in the fit out sector, focusing on educational environments. They are known for their innovative approach and commitment to quality, making them a leader in their field.
If you're an experienced Finance Manager looking to make a significant impact in a growing company, this could be the perfect opportunity for you. Don't miss out on the chance to lead and develop the finance function in a dynamic and supportive environment.
If you have experience as a Financial Controller, Accounting Manager, Financial Analyst, Finance Director, or Management Accountant, this Finance Manager role might be the perfect fit for you. Explore this opportunity to advance your career in a thriving sector.
Coburg Banks Limited is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy