Reed Finance are supporting our client, a multi discipline services provider, with the recruitment of a project focused Finance Manager. This senior role is pivotal in providing an efficient project-level finance function and delivering accurate financial management accounting information. The successful candidate will be a proud ambassador for the Finance team and contribute to business strategy and technology adoption within the division.
Day-to-day of the role:
- Prepare timely and accurate monthly Management Accounts, including basic commentary.
- Oversee the preparation of annual budgets and periodic reforecasting for the CFO.
- Assist in the mobilisation of complex new contracts and set up new project structures for the Operations Team.
- Assist with Year-end and interim statutory audits.
- Liaise with senior divisional management teams to ensure a good appreciation of their financial results.
- Review IT systems to ensure they remain leading edge in driving accuracy and efficiency.
- Maintain vigilance on credit control, ensuring timely and correct payments within the sector.
- Utilise negotiation skills to resolve disputes with clients and suppliers.
- Use data to drive margin improvement with better working practices.
- Assist the bid team with tender commercials as needed.
- Undertake commercial projects and manage the commercial and invoicing needs of consolidation centres.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
- Professional qualification (ACCA/ACA/CIMA).
- Experience in Management Accounts.
- Commercial experience.
- Comfortable working in a standalone position.
- Strong Excel skills. SAP experience would be beneficial but not essential.
- Ability to work to deadlines and strong negotiation skills.
- Strong communication skills, especially with non-finance professionals (both internal and external).
- Experience in developing IT systems for efficiency and accuracy.
Benefits:
- Competitive salary and bonus scheme.
- 25 days holiday, plus Bank Holidays
- Hybrid working
- Opportunity to contribute to business strategy and technology adoption.
- Engage with a dynamic team and be part of a leading-edge finance function.
To apply for the Finance Manager position, please submit your CV detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role.