Finance Manager
hace 2 meses
Colchester
Finance Manager - Colchester/Hybrid - Lead & Develop Finance, Influence Strategy Your new company An international organisation with a track record of sustained growth and innovation is seeking a talented Finance Manager to join its team. In this pivotal role, you will take full ownership of financial and operational controls, ensuring the delivery of accurate, high-quality financial and management information to support strategic decision-making and drive business performance. Your new role The Finance Manager will report to the Managing Director and work closely with the Group Finance Director & Operational Management. They will manage and develop a small & effective finance team & lead the ongoing development of systems, processes, controls and reporting. Key Responsibilities • Prepare monthly management accounts and annual statutory accounts in compliance with UK regulations., • Reconcile the nominal ledger and maintain accurate financial records., • Provide payroll data to ensure timely and correct salary payments., • Oversee finance team output, ensuring accuracy and quality standards., • Lead and develop the finance team., • Handle company and individual tax matters, liaising with auditors for compliance., • Act as primary contact for external auditors and manage interim/year-end audits., • Liaise with group finance teams., • Prepare and agree monthly sales and cash flow forecasts with the Managing Director., • Manage stock control, inventory reconciliation, and purchase ledger queries., • Maintain and improve financial processes to enhance productivity., • Analyse sales and commercial performance, define KPIs, and assist with pricing strategy., • Oversee online banking and maintain strong bank relationships., • Lead ad hoc financial analysis and advanced data handling using MS Office and Google Apps., • Oversee payroll, holiday entitlement, and personnel-related activities., • Prepare VAT returns, waste declarations, and reports for HMRC and other authorities., • Maintain and update sales/cost prices and price lists. Technical Expertise • Proven experience producing monthly management accounts., • Application and knowledge of statutory reporting (FRS102 & IFRS)., • Advanced Excel skills for financial analysis and reporting., • Experience managing and mentoring finance teams., • Excellent written and verbal communication skills., • Strong organisational ability and attention to detail., • Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. # 4754665