Finance Manager
Reporting To: Finance Director
Direct Report: Finance Assistant
Location: Worthing / Hybrid (training period expected to be full time in office for minimum 2 weeks)
Contract Type: Permanent & Full Time (40 hours per week)
Who are Bird & Blend Tea co?
Bird & Blend was set up and is run by Krisi and Mike, who met whilst studying Politics (of all things!) at university. Starting off packing tea in their bedroom and attending markets, building Bird & Blend from scratch while staying true to our ethos and values has been Krisi and Mike's passion. Now with an awesome team, multiple retail stores & a thriving international online store, Bird & Blend is leading the way in tea innovation in the UK. You can read heaps more information about us and our mission here.
Finance Manager Mission Statement
To efficiently and accurately manage the day to day financial operations of the business, ensuring compliance with the company's financial policies and adherence to accounting standards. Acting as an ambassador of the P&L and any activities that impact it.
About this role
As our business rapidly expands across UK retail stores, an international e-commerce platform and a growing B2B channel, we have an exciting opportunity for a fully qualified Finance Manager to lead and optimise the day to day elements of the finance function. You will be highly motivated, detail oriented and be comfortable in promoting and monitoring internal controls whilst balancing the requirements of an agile and growing retail business.
As Finance Manager, you will support the Finance Director by leading the daily operations of the finance department, supported by a Finance Assistant who will report directly to you. You will ensure processes are streamlined, accurate and effective. You will uphold accounting practices and help to maintain and enhance the financial processes that underpin the business, evaluating expenditures to promote efficiency and cost control. You will play a key role in the month end process, ensuring accuracy of the P&L, filing monthly VAT returns, preparing management accounts and adhering to relevant deadlines.
You will manage credit control and short-term cash flow, ensuring external suppliers are on appropriate credit terms and paid on time, while maintaining an accurate accounts payable ledger and ensuring credit control procedures are followed.
You will collaborate with the People & Culture team to prepare monthly payroll submissions for our external payroll provider, streamlining and ensuring accuracy in the process.
Working alongside our FP&A Manager, you will be able to communicate effectively with other departments to ensure that the financial goals of the business are being met. You will have an inquisitive attitude that drives you to improve current processes and solve problems as they arise.
The successful candidate will be a fully qualified accountant, be proactive, flexible, have strong commercial awareness and be excited by being part of an expanding department in a fast-growing independent business. You will have excellent attention to detail, a strong sense of initiative, be highly organised and able to establish good working relationships with other departments. You will have a minimum of 2 years proven experience in a similar role and be able to work autonomously with limited management.
Specific responsibilities
1. Overseeing day to day bookkeeping processes, ensuring financial transactions are accurately recorded and reconciled
2. Ensuring company financial policies are followed, identifying areas for improvement and implementing necessary changes to enhance efficiency
3. Identifying cost saving opportunities, questioning unnecessary expenditure and championing financial savviness
4. Working closely with the People & Culture team to prepare monthly payroll for external payroll provider, ensuring all relevant administration is accurately completed
5. Overseeing month end close activities, ensuring accuracy and efficiency of processes
6. Preparation of monthly management accounts for review
7. Supervise credit control procedures to ensure timely collection of receivables, managing and processing weekly payment runs and ensure accounts payables ledger is accurate and up to date
8. Manage working capital and short term cashflow to support daily operations
9. Ad hoc financial support to the business where necessary
You will be able to offer the following skills and experience
1. ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualified
2. Minimum 2 years post qualified experience in financial management
3. Awareness of compliance and risk management
4. Experience of payroll preparation
5. Proven experience of people management
6. Experienced user of Xero
7. Meticulous attention to detail
8. Ability to proactively manage own workload and delegate as appropriate
9. Excellent communication skills
10. Be a positive contribution to a culture of teamwork and participation
What we can offer you:
1. We are proud to be a Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2024 employer
2. Friendly and supportive team culture: Enjoy working alongside a team of like-minded individuals who value collaboration, camaraderie, and fun in the workplace.
3. Membership of company pension scheme (if applicable): Secure your financial future with enrollment in a company-sponsored pension scheme, ensuring peace of mind and financial stability in retirement.
4. Holiday accrual that grows with loyalty: Enjoy 25 days holiday (plus bank holidays) as a token of appreciation for your dedication and loyalty to the organisation, providing you with ample opportunities for rest and relaxation. This entitlement increases with service.
5. Life Insurance & Income Protection: providing financial security and peace of mind for you and your families.
6. Health Cash Plan: after one year service we will enrol you into our Health Cash Plan which will allow you to claim back money for dental, optical, prescription charges etc. Specific information on this scheme will be shared with you all.
7. Life Happens Leave: Sometimes life can throw unexpected challenges our way, we offer paid leave specifically dedicated to these situations to provide employees with the time and space needed.
8. Complimentary drinks and snacks: Stay refreshed and energised throughout the day with a variety of free drinks and snacks provided in the office.
9. Monthly tea allowance and generous staff discount: Indulge in your favourite teas while benefiting from a discount on company products, fostering a culture of enjoyment and appreciation.
10. Employee Assistance Programme: Access confidential and professional mental health support services to prioritise your well-being and address any personal or work-related challenges.
11. Bike to Work and Electric Vehicle Schemes: Take advantage of a sustainable transportation option, contribute to environmental conservation, and benefit from tax-efficient savings.
12. Paid volunteer days: Make a positive impact in our community by participating in volunteer activities during dedicated paid volunteer days, fostering a culture of corporate social responsibility and giving back.
13. Dog-friendly office: Bring your furry friend to work and enjoy a pet-friendly environment that promotes work-life balance and companionship.
14. We also have enhanced family friendly policies, offer flexible working and are always open to discussing your individual circumstances!
We are committed to equality of opportunity for all, applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support you throughout the application or interview process please let us know.
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