Finance Manager

The purpose of this role is to provide a Senior level accounting service to the business. Reporting directly to the Managing Director, over-seeing a team of three accounting staff), as well as the production of accounts work themselves. The role includes engaging in financial analysis in such areas as historical financial information, assisting with forecasting, budgeting, cost reduction and sales / purchase ledger activities., Manage and supervise a team of 3 Financial Assistants, providing guidance and support to ensure high performance and accuracy

Prepare and deliver timely management accounts and key financial reports to the Managing Director

Oversee the preparation of cash flow forecasting and assist with daily cash management

Assist with the preparation of budgets and financial forecasts, ensuring they are regularly updated

Monitor and ensure accurate processing of sales and purchase ledgers, including reconciliation and resolution of any discrepancies

Manage the credit control process to ensure timely collection of receivables

Oversee the production of accurate bank reconciliations and general ledger accounts, with a view to ensuring variances are resolved and accurately reported

Be involved with the accounts preparation of year-end accounts, for some of our larger clients and reviewing and overseeing the rest

Provide additional support to the Managing Director and team as required

This is a Senior role that requires a highly skilled and detail-oriented Finance professional to manage financial operations and support strategic financial planning within a well-recognised organisation., ACCA or AAT qualified

Ideally 5+ years of experience in an accountancy practice accounting role

Proficiency in Xero accounting software and advanced Microsoft Excel skills

Strong leadership abilities, people skills, excellent attention to detail and a high level of confidentiality and empathy

Verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to interact with all team members of the business

Cultural awareness, discretion and sensitivity

Excellent work ethic, with the desire to deliver

Quarterly profit share, typically adding around 10% to salary