FINANCE MANAGER

Location Manchester
Discipline: Finance, Commercial
Job type: Permanent
Salary: £55000.00 - £60000.00 per annum + Bonus
Contact name: Matthew Ager

Job ref: 15382
Published: 5 days ago
Startdate: ASAP

FINANCE MANAGER

MANCHESTER CITY CENTRE

UP TO £60,000 + BENEFITS + BONUS

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THE COMPANY:

We're proud to be partnering with a fast-growing business that is set to grow from £14m to c. £25m Turnover in the next 24 months, as a result, they're now seeking an experienced Management Accountant or Finance Manager to join the business in a hands-on role.

Reporting to a Part Time Finance Director, you'll join the business as Finance Manager / Management Accountant, taking responsibility for leading two administrators who will handle transactional invoicing tasks, whilst you focus on Management Accounts, Cashflow Management, Balance Sheet / P&L Management, Budgeting, forecasting, MI Analysis, Credit Control (low volume/ high value), Payroll, Implementing modernised automated processes and producing MI Driven Financial insights.

This is a great role to undertake a progressive role in a forward thinking fast paced business where you can advance your career.

THE FINANCE MANAGER / MANAGEMENT ACCOUNTANT ROLE:

  • Reporting to a Fractional/Part Time External FD and to the Owners of the firm, you'll be responsible for the hands-on management of the finance function.
  • Leading two administrators to undertake transactional invoicing tasks
  • Month-end reporting and ownership of budgeting and forecasting.
  • Prepare detailed financial reports, budgets, and forecast models
  • Conduct in-depth financial analysis to support strategic business decisions
  • Analysis of balance sheet and profit & loss statements.
  • Monitor cash flow, reconcile accounts, and maintain financial records.
  • Credit control and Payment runs
  • VAT returns and liaise with Payroll bureau
  • Develop and maintain financial performance dashboards and reporting mechanisms
  • Automate and develop the transaction side of the accounts
  • Integrate Sales Orders, Sales Change Order, and Project Budget process between accounts and project management team
  • Assist in cost reduction and efficiency improvement initiatives
  • Conduct ad-hoc financial analyses and special projects as required
  • Provide actionable financial insights to senior management

THE PERSON

  • Ideally ACCA, CIMA or ACA Qualified, however, exceptional Qualified By Experience/QBE Candidates will be considered
  • Current experience at Finance Manager or Management Accountant level
  • Must have current experience of producing Management Accounts and Financial Analysis
  • Strong understanding of financial principles and accounting standards
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Advanced Excel and financial reporting tools skill
  • Ideally with knowledge of Sage 50.
  • Any experience of ISO90001 & ISO27001 would be an advantage.

TO APPLY:

Please send your CV for the Finance Manager / Management Accountant via the advert for immediate consideration.

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