Finance Manager – SJS/12550

This position will provide you with the chance to work closely with an entrepreneurial CEO, managing the finances for a group of companies whilst also gaining significant exposure to managing commercial projects. My client is looking to recruit an ambitious accountant who would enjoy working within a highly driven team in a fast moving environment. Excellent prospects are available for someone to become Financial Controller / Finance Director in the future. The position will involve daily management of a small finance team and working closely with the Board on business and finance strategy, producing business plans and financial modelling to support decision making.

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

• Development of management information and supporting systems
• Assist departmental heads to achieve their KPI’s and budget targets
• Manage year-end production of accounts
• Production of detailed management accounts and weekly cashflow forecasts
• Detailed profitability analysis by income stream
• Research new markets, specific sectors, target clients etc
• All company KPI and management information reporting as required
• Cash and treasury management
• All aspects of Payroll and VAT including pensions management
• Responsible for all business controls and compliance matters
• Maintenance and reconciliation of all ledgers
• Development of all business systems
• Insurances administration including building and liability, Cars and PI
• Liaising with suppliers to compare costs and achieve maximum value for money
• Provision of Statistics and analysis as required by the business
• Ad Hoc Projects and tasks as determined by the CEO and the Board
• Actively drive career progression and self-growth

Their culture is one of collaboration to achieve company objectives so part of the role will involve providing finance support for managers and staff including assisting them to develop measurable action plans. In addition to routine duties this role will have a heavy bias towards improving the production of management information. This will include reviewing sales and marketing activity, producing KPI’s and detailed commercial analysis to drive performance and awareness of activities that support sales and growth.

The ideal candidate would be part or fully qualified CIMA / ACCA / ACA Accountant with commercial awareness and a drive to be successful. Ambition and attitude are key qualities that they are looking for in the right person and the role offers fantastic career development opportunities with potential to earn bonuses after a qualifying period.