Finance Manager
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At Bellway we recognise that people are the key to our success, and we are committed to building an inclusive culture that values and respects difference combined with creating a safe and inclusive working environment for all colleagues. This means we are positive about making adjustments as well as providing flexible working and we would be happy to talk to you about how this could work for you.
There is an exciting opportunity to join Bellway, one of the UKs largest house builders. Our Scotland West Division located in Hamilton is looking to recruit a Finance Manager to join the Divisions Senior Management Team.
The Role
The role of Finance Manager involves assisting in the production of accurate and timely financial transactions and reports in addition to maintaining the businesss accounting records. The role will also involve provide support and direction to the rest of the finance team. The role will report directly to the Finance Directorthereby assisting to drive the financial performance and position of the Divisions business and support the Managing Director in achieving the agreed business plan and sustainable, profitable growth.
Principal accountabilities of the Finance Manager role include:
Prepare month end balance sheet reconciliations and management accounts
Prepare monthly journals and account analysis
Prepare divisional reporting returns (VAT, CIS, Payroll)
Review and challenge proposed land acquisitions, including areas such as the financial assumptions and VAT
Secondary divisional contact, covering for the Head of Finance/Finance Director [delete as appropriate] for divisional HR, payroll, IT and fleet issues with support available from Group
Maintenance of KPI and analysis schedules
Oversight on the maintenance of house sales ledger including monthly sales reconciliation
Lead and manage the Divisional finance team and ensure accuracy, quality and efficiency are maximised
Initial contact for Finance queries or problems, conduit for reporting and escalating issues toHead of Finance/Finance Director [delete as appropriate]
Assist theHead of Finance/Finance Director [delete as appropriate]to ensure compliance with the Group Accounting Manual and implement business process improvements
Initial contact for all Group finance queries
Provide cover for various duties within the department
Troubleshooting transactions and suggesting corrections
Perform cost analysis
Assist the Finance Director / Head of Finance (delete as appropriate)with data entry, queries and reports relating to the forecast system, as necessary.
Complete various returns and requests for information, as required
Manage the interim and year end process with external auditors through to sign off for the division.
Treasury management ensuring monthly and daily cash flow forecasts for the division are as accurate as possible and divisional adherence to the Prompt Payment Code.
The above list of accountabilities are not exclusive or exhaustive. The post holder will be required to undertake any such duties as may be reasonably expected.
Experience, Qualifications and Skills
Experience
.Experience of working within a similar role will be preferred.
Experience of working with accountancy software. Working knowledge of COINS is desirable.
Qualifications and Training
CIMA, ACCA or ACA qualified
Skills and Aptitude
Excellent administration and organisation skills
Analysis, numerical and report writing skills
Strong management and time management skills
Strong communication, listening and problem solving skills
Ability to prioritise workload and meet deadlines
Demonstrates a high level of discretion and confidentiality.
Excellent attention to detail
Ability to work on own as well as part of a team
Proficient IT skills along with a good working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and Outlook) and the ability to adapt to new systems
Committed to diversity and inclusion
The Role and Working Conditions
Willing to be flexible in respect to day to day duties and hours worked.
Office based role
Please note this role is subject to a basic DBS and financial pre-employment checks
In return we can offer you:
Competitive salary
Competitive car allowance
Optional salary sacrifice car scheme
Competitive annual bonus
Contributory pension scheme
27 days holiday, plus bank holidays
Access to discounts and benefits portal
ShareSave Scheme
Cycle to Work Scheme
Life assurance
Purchase Holiday Scheme
We reserve the right to close this vacancy if a large volume of applications are received.
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