Finance Manager - to manage a team of 2
**Salary:
£55-65k Excellent company benefits package available.
A returning client of ours in the manufacturing industry is currently looking for a dedicated, qualified Finance Manager to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for producing comprehensive financial reports, managing the accounting team, and ensuring our financial operations align with statutory regulations.
Main responsibilities:
- Oversee the production of group financial statements, including consolidations, profit and loss accounts, budgets, cash flows, and monthly management accounts.
- Conduct variance analysis and provide insightful commentaries.
- Supervise the Management Accounts for the company, ensuring accurate balance sheet reconciliations and profit and loss analysis.
- Manage the balance sheet review process and partner with department heads to establish and report on effective KPIs.
- Prepare the annual budget and periodic forecasts, including the consolidation of these reports for the group.
- Assist in the preparation and review of internal procedures and carry out continuous improvements of accounting practices to ensure efficiency.
- Ensure statutory compliance, manage the annual audit, and liaise with external auditors.
- Lead the development and documentation of ERP system procedures.
- Communicate effectively with subsidiaries and oversee VAT and payroll submissions for multiple regions.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
- Qualified ACCA/CIMA or equivalent with at least 2 years post qualification experience
- Demonstrable experience in financial management and accounting roles.
- Strong knowledge of financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting.
- Expertise in balance sheet management and variance analysis.
- Skilled in business partnering and KPI development.
- Proficient in the use of ERP systems and committed to process improvement.
- Excellent communication skills for liaising with various stakeholders.
- Familiarity with statutory compliance requirements and audit management.
- Experience in managing VAT and payroll for international operations is essential.
- Experience from within the manufacturing industry is an advantage but not necessary
Benefits:
- A competitive salary package reflective of your experience and skills.
- 22 days holidays plus bank holidays and an additional day for every 3yrs worked up to 15yrs, max 5 days
- Annual profit shar scheme, non contributory defined benefit pension scheme, subsidised private healthcare, life assurance x3 salary, cycle to work scheme, free lunches, free sight tests and so much more.
- Opportunities for career advancement and professional development.
- A collaborative and dynamic work environment that values innovation and efficiency.
To apply for this Finance Manager role please contact Vinny Basra at the Staines Accountancy office or apply with your CV.