Job Type:
Permanent
Salary:
£50,000-£60,000 per annum
Location:
Kingswinford
Hours:
Mon-Fri (37.5 hours per week)
Your new company
Hays Senior Finance are pleased to be working alongside a lovely SME business in the Kingswinford area as they look to recruit a new Finance Manager to join them in early January/February 2025 due to upcoming retirement. My client has been operating in the West Midlands for over 30 years and provides engineering, distribution and sales services for a parent company that's located in the US. With a rich history, they pride themselves on a great culture and collaborative working environment, putting people at the heart of everything they do.
Your new role
In this hands-on, number one position reporting directly into the Managing Director, you will take on a varied role and be responsible for controlling the day-to-day operations of the site locally.
Key duties:
* Prepare and review monthly management accounts
* Prepare and present year-end statutory accounts and support with audit
* Contribute to the annual budgeting and planning process
* Analyse financial information to assist business profitability and growth
* Produce financial statements including P&L accounts, cash flows, variance analysis and commentaries
* Manage capital expenditure and maintain fixed asset register
* Lead, manage, guide and motivate the accounts and internal sales teams
* Develop and implement department controls, processes and procedures
* Manage stock levels and recognition of slow moving/obsolete stock etc.
* Completion of VAT and Intrastat returns for UK and Germany
* Responsible for payroll operations, UK and overseas, as well as HMRC reporting
* Company secretarial duties such as corporate governance, maintaining statutory records and updating records on Companies House
What you'll need to succeed:
* Qualified Accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) - QBEs may be considered providing relevant experience/knowledge can be demonstrated
* SME background with proven experience of operating in hands-on finance roles
* Analytically minded with the ability to interpret financial data and provide actionable insights
* Supportive, approachable and focused on developing teams to drive efficiency and accuracy
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
* Management and development of staff
* Strong Excel skills and highly proficient with Sage - knowledge of Crystal reporting also highly advantageous
What you'll get in return:
In return, you will receive a competitive salary of up to £60,000 per annum (depending on experience and qualification) and the chance to join a reputable Midlands-based business that boasts a strong track record of success and longevity. Additional benefits include 23 days holiday (plus Bank Holidays), company pension, health scheme, death-in service and gym membership discounts. The role is office-based to begin with but there will be an opportunity to WFH 2 days per week after the initial induction period (likely to be 3 months).
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