Commercial Finance Manager
Place of work: Coventry with weekly travel to Burton upon Trent. Ability to work from home one day per week.
Reports to: Finance Director
Employment type: Full time
Salary £47,000
Working hours per week 37.5
Commercial Finance Manager
Hallmark Engineering Group
Hallmark Engineering Group is seeking a highly skilled, hands-on Commercial Finance Manager to drive the finance function in delivering accurate financial information to aid strategic decision-making. This role is crucial in not only owning the day to day finance activities, but also integrating with the wider business to improve the quality of financial reporting.
Key Responsibilities
* Project Accounting & Forecasting – Partnering with other areas of the business to ensure accurate reporting of KPIs, timely invoicing and correct revenue recognition/WIP adjustments in accordance with accounting standards.
* Cost Accounting – Accurate recording of costs incurred through manufacturing activities to identify and explain variances. Assisting the operations team with the upcoming implementation of an ERP system to ensure manufacturing transactions (stock movements, BOMs, production orders, WIP) are correctly accounted for.
* Forecasting – Compiling reliable data to facilitate accurate P&L and cash flow forecasting.
* Management Information – Support the Finance Director in preparing insightful financial reporting to the Senior Leadership Team.
* Day to Day Financial Management – maintaining efficient and robust financial processes, resolving external queries, preparation of supplier payment runs, managing invoice factoring processes, credit control, preparing monthly payrolls for review, submitting VAT returns, collaborating with other members of the team.
What We Are Looking For
* Qualified Accountant (ACCA, ACA, CIMA) with practical experience
* A motivated, commercially-minded individual with outstanding communication skills
* Good technical accounting knowledge, including UK Financial Reporting Standards (FRS102 1A)
* Experience of working in an SME environment (ideally engineering and/or manufacturing) and collaborating effectively with non-financial stakeholders
* Understanding of manufacturing transactions (BOM, production orders, stock movements etc) highly advantageous
* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
* Excellent attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities
This is an excellent opportunity for a successful Finance Business Partner or ambitious Management Accountant looking to take the next step in their career, working in a dynamic and growing engineering business.
The Hallmark Way
We live by our values every single day, in everything we do. You won't find these values emblazoned on coffee mugs, and while they may eventually find a place on our office walls, their true essence lies in the fabric of our work culture. By being part of Hallmark Engineering Group you'll naturally embody these values in your everyday tasks. Essentially, they reflect our commitment to being decent human beings, treating everyone with respect and fairness.
* People first: In everything we do, it’s truly that simple.
* Nimble: We dance ahead of the curve.
* Accountable: We never leave anyone waiting for our part of the job.
* Collaborative: Achieving the extraordinary together.
* Vim and Vigorous: Energised and unstoppable.
Why would you want to join us?
* It's actually a really fun place to work! We work hard but have a blast along the way. Join us for social gatherings and more
* 25 days holiday per year plus bank holidays and your birthday or a day of celebration off.
* A comprehensive benefits package to include life assurance, critical illness cover and Vitality private medical insurance
* Unlimited opportunity to grow and develop within a company that actively seeks to challenge you to grow and become the very best version of yourself
* An environment that truly puts people first and cares about you, your family, and your passion and interests
Sound like fun and a fantastic opportunity? Then talk to us. The first stage is to have an informal conversation with you, to learn more about you and your experience and see if you would be a great fit for our role