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 INDCOM