FINANCE MANAGER
Nr Runcorn
£50,000 - £60,000
We are recruiting on behalf of our well established and rapidly expanding client who are looking to onboard a Finance Manager to join the team.
Role Responsibilities:
Prepare and review financial statements, including profit and loss statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements
Prepare month and year-end management accounts, ensuring a detailed analysis with both forward-looking and retrospective insights, including accruals, depreciation, prepayments, and balance sheet reconciliations
Maintain accurate financial records and oversee financial systems, ensuring all transactions are properly recorded while identifying opportunities for improvement.
Ensure compliance with UK GAAP or IFRS and monitor regulatory developments.
Manage financial planning, budgeting, and re-forecasting processes in collaboration with the FD
Produce monthly accounts in a timely manner, providing clear and relevant analysis and narrative
Analyse financial performance, variances, and KPIs to support strategic decision-making and provide insights to the Senior Team and Directors
Deliver sales margin analysis, stock valuation, and credit control
Establish management reports, including P&L, balance sheet, inventory, work in progress, and project cost-to-complete
Manage the income reconciliation process, ensuring all recognised income is received and accounted for
Ensure ledgers reflect accurate cost analysis
Manage cash flow, forecasts, and budgets while ensuring compliance with financial regulations and company policies
Ensure sufficient funds are available for daily operations
Oversee accounts payable and accounts receivable processes
Optimise working capital and minimise liquidity risks Oversee Risk Management and Compliance, ensuring adherence to UK GAAP, IFRS, tax regulations, and industry developments while managing VAT submissions, FCA reporting, and payroll reviews
Identify and assess financial risks, developing strategies
Oversee the annual audit process to ensure efficient execution and clear communication with stakeholders
Implement internal controls to safeguard company assets
Provide financial insights and support to the executive team in decision-making processes
Identify opportunities to streamline financial processes and improve efficiency
Present financial reports and findings to senior management and the board of directors
Lead, mentor, and guide accounting team members to foster a high-performing and collaborative work environment
Oversee day-to-day operations of the Finance team, ensuring tasks are assigned and completed within specific timeframes
Supervise and support internal team members and liaise with external tax, audit, and banking partners
Conduct performance reviews, manage absence, and address performance-related issues in collaboration with HR
Ensure compliance with company policies and manage the team in a fair and consistent manner
Candidate requirements:
ACA / ACCA / CIMA / ICAEW part or full qualified
Experience of ledger management and people management
Superior technical accounting knowledge
Strong working knowledge of accounting software packages
Monitoring and predicting cash flows
Producing financial reports
This is an exciting time to join the business.
Interested?? Contact Sofija – or email
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