Ignata Finance are partnering a profitable SME located in Crawley for the recruitment of a Finance Manager. This is a highly varied position which combines commercial finance as well as people management. This is a fast paced business which will involve building relationships and advising budget holders - in addition you will be involved in both the strategic growth plans and future technology advances. Reporting to the FC you will form part of the management team and will attend senior meetings making contributions to key business decisions. You will be a hands-on individual who is happy to get involved with the detail and you must be willing to take on the challenges faced within an SME.
Key Responsibilities
- Responsible for the production of the management accounts including balance sheet, accruals and prepayment. This includes preparing both the management packs and board packs.
- Responsible for month-end reporting including profit and loss reporting and cashflow forecasting
- Responsible for the budgeting and forecasting process
- Conduct detailed analysis including variance analysis, sales and margin analysis.
- Provide commentary and ensure any risks are highlighted and dealt with swiftly
- Act as a key finance business partner across the company ensuring they understand their budgets, reporting duties and provide analysis to increase profits and mitigate risk
- Provide commercial solutions to business decisions which ensure profits and performance is maintained
- Continuously reviewing company internal controls and ensure necessary improvements are implemented and rolled out across the organisation
- Keep up to date with regulations and laws which govern accounting procedures
The culture of this business is one of diversity & inclusiveness. They act as a flexible, ethical employer with a real team-oriented approach.
This role is expected to be used as a launchpad to a more senior, broad position within the business and the business is looking for this role to develop a more commercial finance team.