Job Description
We have been engaged by a loyal, highly regarded company that are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Finance Manager to ensure the smooth running of the accounting functions. This role involves maintaining effective filing and record-keeping systems, ensuring records are up-to-date, and managing various financial and secretarial duties to support the company's statutory requirements and strategic financial planning.
Day-to-day of the role:
* Maintain and reconcile records for all company bank accounts as required.
* Prepare monthly management accounts and collaborate with the Managing Director to prepare annual financial and capex budgets.
* Manage company secretary duties and oversee the company’s utilities, insurance cover, and R&D tax reporting.
* Prepare cash flow summaries, advising on financial constraints that may affect company performance.
* Maintain accurate records of purchases and manage monthly and salaries payroll, ensuring timely payments to HMRC.
* Develop systems and procedures to improve operational quality and efficiency in the finance department.
* Manage staff scheduling, including assignments, training, and shift rotations.
* Ensure compliance with financial legislation, employment, and health and safety laws.
* Foster a corporate culture that promotes ethical practices and encourages individual integrity and social responsibility.
* Lead continuous improvement initiatives and participate in quality audits.
* Administer the company’s various benefit schemes such as healthcare/dental and death in service schemes.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
* Qualified Chartered Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) with over 3 years of experience in a senior finance role.
* Strong understanding of UK financial regulations, tax laws, and accounting standards.
* Proficiency in SAP accounting software and advanced Excel skills.
* Demonstrated leadership skills with the ability to inspire and manage a team.
* Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to present complex information clearly.
* Proven experience in financial planning and cost control, with in-depth knowledge of financial accounting principles and practices.
* Thorough knowledge of secretarial practices as this role requires duties as the Company Secretary.
The company is forward thinking, dynamic and a great place to work - staff are loyal, well regarded and truly embody what it is to work as a team!
If you have the relevant skills, experience and qualifications please submit your CV to me without delay - should you have any question, please contact Gemma Patton in the Reed Plymouth Office.
Please note this role is SOLE office based so applications seeking hybrid will not be progressed.