FINANCE MANAGER
WATFORD / SITE BASED
£60,000 to £70,000 BASE SALARY
THE COMPANY:
We are exclusively partnering with a thriving, entrepreneurial business in the Watford area that is experiencing rapid expansion.
As part of their growth, they are seeking an experienced and qualified Finance Manager. This opportunity is ideal for an experienced Finance Manager or Financial Controller, that is working within a SME business with a turnover that exceeds the Audit threshold.
In this role, you will lead a small team of five, including Accounts Assistants and an Assistant Accountant, and initially you'll be tasked with review existing transactional processes, streamlining and implementing automated process systems to create efficiency and to improve reporting information for month end. Additionally, you'll be hands-on responsibility with management accounts, budgeting, forecasting, cashflow management, VAT returns, payroll, year-end processes, external audits, process and risk control implementation, and financial reporting.
This position is perfect for an ambitious professional looking to progress towards Finance Director status as the business continues to grow.
THE FINANCE MANAGER ROLE:
- As Finance Manager, you'll be leading a team of five people and be responsible for ensuring key transactional deadlines are achieved, whilst developing their skills.
- Reviewing existing transactional processes, implementing efficiencies and automated processes
- Leading on Month-End and the full Management Accounts process, including balance sheet reconciliation and producing the MI Pack for the board. Aiming to significantly reduce the current process to achieve completion by WD5.
- Annual Budgeting and Forecasting, recording actuals and conducting variance analysis
- Responsible for Cashflow Management and Forecasting, including ensuring all funding and liquidity requirements are met
- Handling Quarterly VAT Returns and other statutory submissions
- Leading on Year End and External Audit
- Reviewing and implementing automated processes and introducing risk controls that are scalable
- Responsible for Stock Forecasting and Reporting, and ensuring funding is in place to secure the appropriate stock levels to fuel growth
- Providing Finance Business Partnering support o the SLT, implementing KPIs, Flash Reporting, Analytical Insights and Recommendations.
THE PERSON:
- CIMA, ACA or ACCA Qualified is essential
- Must be operating at Finance Manager or Financial Controller level with experience of Stock Management and People Leadership, within a Small / Medium business operating above the audit threshold.
- Experience in the Motor Trade / Car Sales / Car Dealership industry would be an advantage
- Solid understanding of the Year End and External Audit process
- Experience with Xero Accounting Software & Advanced MS Excel
- An excellent communicator who is able to build instant relationships
- Good analytical skills and a high attention to detail is essential
TO APPLY:
Please send your CV for the Finance Manager position via the advert for immediate consideration.
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