Job Title: Finance Manager (Temporary to Permanent) Location: Liverpool City Centre Salary: £50,000 - £60,000 per annum Working Model: Hybrid (3 days in the office, 2 days remote) Free Parking Are you an experienced Finance Manager looking for an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic organisation based in Liverpool City Centre? Our client is seeking a Finance Manager to join their team on a temporary to permanent basis. In this role, you will play a pivotal part in supporting the International finance function, driving efficiencies, and leading the financial reporting and management for the company. Key Responsibilities: Lead the timely and accurate preparation of financial results, ensuring financial information is entered into systems efficiently to support management decision-making. Identify opportunities for process improvements to enhance efficiency and reduce operational costs. Oversee management accounting and reconciliation processes, ensuring consistency across international entities. Handle treasury management and cash forecasting for specific entities, providing detailed cash reports to the Finance Director. Collaborate with management accountants and team members to manage AR factoring processes, ensuring cash needs are met. Ensure month-end close deadlines and reporting requirements for designated regions/sites are adhered to. Prepare balance sheet reconciliations and ensure intercompany accounts. Perform bank reconciliations, maintaining the necessary level of financial control for each account. Complete miscellaneous GL postings and ensure all accruals and repayments are properly understood with supporting documentation available. Accurately prepare and file VAT and Intrastat returns within required timelines. Work closely with the Financial Accountant to ensure smooth delivery of the annual audit process for local reporting requirements. Assist in the completion of the annual operating plan (AOP) for all international sites. Contribute to the development of systems and processes within the finance team, driving automation and maximising system efficiency. Manage the workload and development of the management accounting team. Provide ad-hoc support to the Finance team as required. Undertake any additional duties as needed to support the overall function. Requirements: Proven experience in a finance management role, preferably within an international organisation. Strong knowledge of financial reporting, reconciliations, and treasury management. Excellent time management skills and the ability to prioritise and meet deadlines. Experience leading process improvements and driving efficiency. Strong communication and team collaboration skills, with the ability to manage and mentor a team. Knowledge of VAT, Intrastat, and audit processes. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple priorities. Proficiency in financial systems and advanced Excel skills.