Job Description Finance Manager Responsibilities: - Oversee internal financial accounting, monitoring, and reporting processes. - Manage budgets and prepare detailed financial forecasts. - Analyze financial statements and present insights to the board. - Oversee budget and financial report development. - Review company financial performance and identify cost-saving opportunities. - Assess market trends to maximize profits and explore expansion opportunities. - Identify risks, propose solutions, and manage stakeholder expectations. - Conduct research and report on factors influencing business performance. - Prepare and present statutory accounts up to the Trial Balance level. - Complete payroll, VAT, HMRC filings, and weekly cash flow forecasts. - Manage purchase and sales ledgers. - Oversee accounts receivable and payable ledgers. - Prepare monthly accruals, prepayments, and accounting entries. - Conduct audits and prepare systems for review by external accountants. - Ensure compliance with financial and legal requirements. - Maintain strong relationships with auditors, solicitors, bankers, and statutory bodies. - Drive continuous improvement of accounting practices. Essential Qualities and Skills: - Strong leadership abilities to effectively manage and motivate teams. - Excellent communication skills for presenting complex financial data clearly. - Proficiency in problem-solving to identify and address financial issues. - Attention to detail to ensure accurate, complete financial reporting. - Collaboration skills to work effectively with various departments and stakeholders. - Flexibility to handle shifting priorities in a fast-paced environment. - High ethical standards to maintain financial accountability. - Strong organizational and time management skills for handling multiple projects. - Creativity in developing new financial strategies that foster growth. - Analytical mindset to make data-driven, informed financial decisions. Qualifications: - Proficient with accounting and office software, including Sage, Paperless, Excel, Access, and Word. - AAT Level 4 qualification. - Several years of experience in an accounting or finance role.