Finance Manager
At Bellway, we recognize that people are the key to our success, and we are committed to building an inclusive culture that values and respects differences combined with creating a safe and inclusive working environment for all colleagues.
There is an exciting opportunity to join Bellway, one of the UK’s largest house builders. Our Scotland West Division located in Hamilton is looking to recruit a Finance Manager to join the Division’s 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 business’s accounting records. The role will also involve providing support and direction to the rest of the finance team. The role will report directly to the Finance Director, assisting to drive the financial performance and position of the Division’s business and support the Managing Director in achieving the agreed business plan and sustainable, profitable growth.
Principal Accountabilities
1. Prepare month end balance sheet reconciliations and management accounts.
2. Prepare monthly journals and account analysis.
3. Prepare divisional reporting returns (VAT, CIS, Payroll).
4. Review and challenge proposed land acquisitions, including areas such as the financial assumptions and VAT.
5. Secondary divisional contact for divisional HR, payroll, IT, and fleet issues.
6. Maintenance of KPI and analysis schedules.
7. Oversight on the maintenance of house sales ledger including monthly sales reconciliation.
8. Lead and manage the Divisional finance team and ensure accuracy, quality, and efficiency are maximized.
9. Initial contact for Finance queries or problems, conduit for reporting and escalating issues to Head of Finance/Finance Director.
10. Assist with compliance with the Group Accounting Manual and implement business process improvements.
11. Provide cover for various duties within the department.
12. Troubleshoot transactions and suggest corrections.
13. Perform cost analysis.
14. Assist with data entry, queries, and reports relating to the forecast system as necessary.
15. Complete various returns and requests for information as required.
16. Manage the interim and year-end process with external auditors through to sign off for the division.
17. Treasury management – ensuring monthly and daily cash flow forecasts for the division are accurate and divisional adherence to the Prompt Payment Code.
The above list of accountabilities is 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 is 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 organization skills.
* Analysis, numerical and report writing skills.
* Strong management and time management skills.
* Strong communication, listening and problem-solving skills.
* Ability to prioritize workload and meet deadlines.
* Demonstrates a high level of discretion and confidentiality.
* Excellent attention to detail.
* Ability to work independently 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.
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 Offer:
* 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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