Assistant Finance Manager

Assistant Finance Manager

£43k-£45,963k per annum

Monday - Thursday 8am-4:30pm / Friday 8am-1pm

Wrexham

Our client, based in Wrexham are looking for an Assistant Finance Manager to join their team on a permanent basis. As part of a supportive work environment, you will work with key stakeholders to prepare financial reports for senior management and head office. You will play a crucial role in supporting the wider business achieve its objectives.

Performance Objectives

• Preparation of financial statement with expertise in preparing income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements.
• Conducting detailed financial analysis to support strategic decision-making.
• Identifying and explaining variances between actual and budgeted figures.
• Developing and presenting half yearly budgets and long-term financial forecasts.
• Creating financial models to simulate different business scenarios.
• Implementing measures to control costs and improve efficiency.
• Establishing and maintaining robust internal control systems.
• Ensuring compliance with financial regulations and standards.
• Identifying and mitigating financial risks.
• Ensure accurate preparation and timely submission of VAT returns to the relevant tax authorities.
• Maintain compliance with VAT regulations and keep up to date with changes in tax laws.
• Reconcile VAT accounts and resolve any discrepancies.
• Provide advice on VAT-related matters to other departments within the organisation.
• Manage and prepare necessary documentation for customs declarations.
• Ensure compliance with customs regulations and procedures.
• Monitor and manage customs duty costs to optimize financial performance.
• Work closely with customs brokers and other stakeholders to facilitate smooth import/export processes.
• Assist the finance manager with aligning financial planning with the company's strategic goals.
• Support the department manager with developing and tracking key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure financial performance.
• Maintaining the fixed asset register and internal audit of assets.
• Maintaining department schedule and completing month end closing process.
• Supervision of the department's Costing section.
• Audit planning and liaising with external auditors.

Person Specification

• Strong Excel skills - ability to manipulate and summarise data.
• Experience of Customs and International Trade.
• At least 2 years of relevant experience.
• Experience of VAT returns and Customs Duty.
• Experience of manufacturing environment.
• Financial Management, reporting, budgeting and forecasting.
• Accounting experience in general ledger and taxation regulations.
• Software Proficiency of ERP Systems.
• Knowledge of financial regulations.
• Experience in establishing and maintaining internal control systems to ensure compliance and mitigate risks.
• Strong analytical skills to interpret financial data and provide insights for decision-making.
• Ability to identify financial issues and develop effective solutions.
• Experience in leading, managing and training financial teams.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills to liaise with stakeholders, including auditors and regulatory bodies.
• Degree in or working towards Finance, Accounting, or a related field would be desirable.
• Professional certification in CIMA or ACCA would be desirable.

Benefits

• Employer contributory pension scheme.
• Educational sponsorship.
• Attendance bonus and long service awards.
• Sports & Social club for discounted events tickets and prize draws.
• Subsidised canteen.
• Onsite parking.

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