1. Managing a team of 6 direct reports, and a few indirect reports
2. Open to Qualified by Experience or Part-Qualified applicants
About Our Client
Our client is a global leader in the industrial and manufacturing & construction sector. With a strong presence in Sunbury-On-Thames, they are renowned for their innovative solutions and commitment to quality.
Job Description
The Finance Manager (HYBRID) role involves:
3. Maintain relationships with the business (Operations and Sales) and supervise and develop 6 direct reports and 5 indirect reports
4. Support the Business Controller in providing financial reporting to our head office
5. Undertake the accounting for the UK and Irish branch, including preparation of the monthly accounts/flash reports and reporting into the Company's financial reporting system, Hyperion, working to strict corporate deadlines
6. Support the preparation of monthly commercial reviews with the Business Controller, clearly identifying variances to expectations, and identify risks and opportunities for Board review.
7. Monitor the costing systems, activities and transactions in the Company ERP system, SAP, to ensure accurate operation. Developing and managing the financial systems.
8. Undertake General Ledger and business analysis and assist with VAT returns for both UK and IE entities along with required input for CIS and Corporation tax
9. Prepare information for the budgeting process and the forecast updates as and when required, developing new models and reporting as required
10. Involve in Year End Closing, including dealing with Auditors queries and requests for information and subsequent preparation of the annual financial statements. Lead on internal audit requests/submissions
11. Ensure compliance with Group accounting and compliance policies
12. Identifying and highlighting areas of non-performance or profit opportunities
13. Margin analysis by product, project, job, profit centre etc. and taking corrective actions
14. Prepare, check and submit payroll to external processing company. Prepare annual P1D workings and submit to payroll company
15. General administration and office management including but not limited to: ordering supplies for office, assisting with vehicle related queries, building upkeep etc
The Successful Applicant
A successful Finance Manager (HYBRID) should have:
16. Proven experience in a managerial position
17. Can be either Qualified by Experience (QBE) or Part-Qualified, or Finalist level CIMA/ACCA
18. Ideally have worked for a small-to-medium sized business previously (circa £22m Turnover)
19. Ideally have construction or manufacturing industry background (NOT essential)
20. Ideally have SAP experience (not essential)
21. Ideally have Payroll experience (not essential)
What's on Offer
The Finance Manager (HYBRID) role offers;
22. A competitive salary range of £45,000-55,000 per year.
23. Hybrid working: 1 day per week from home (any day of your choice)
24. Pension
25. Bonus / profit share scheme
26. 25 days annual leave (plus bank holidays)
27. A supportive and collaborative work environment.
28. A permanent job role with stability and security.