Finance Manager
2 days ago
Leighton Buzzard
Our client is looking for a hands on Finance Manager to manage and improve their accounts function as the company is undergoing a period of growth. The Finance Manager will report to the FD and work closely with the MD. This role will also have oversight of 2 junior accounts staff. Turnover is approx. £17m . This will be a key appointment to support the company in achieving its potential. On offer is a salary of approx £40k-£50k, negotiable. Assignment Details Job Summary : Full control/ownership of day-to-day accounting operations: Sales Ledger & Purchase Ledger • Manage the sales ledger and purchase ledger staff, guiding and assisting where necessary, • Be prepared to give hands-on help where required with reconciliations and query resolution, • Proactively assist with credit control where required, • Take ownership of the debt collection escalation process, • Take responsibility for reviewing supplier payment runs, • Assist with daily bank reconciliations and resolving any queries arising, • Take responsibility for Direct Debit collections, • Take primary responsibility for month end balance sheet reconciliations and journals, • Assist with weekly and monthly payroll, • Assist with periodic leasing and bank audits, • Manage VAT submissions, • Any additional duties or projects that may be required Skills Required • A relevant qualification in accounting or finance., • Thrives in a busy SME environment and handles stressful situations calmly and professionally, • A wide all-round range of experience, including both sales and purchase ledger, • Ability to manage and motivate staff and happy to be hands-on when necessary, • Deal with colleagues (internal and external) at all levels, • Highly numerate with a strong level of attention to detail, • Good organisational and time management skills, • Ability to work to prioritise and achieve deadlines, • Previous Sage 50 experience., • A strong level of Excel expertise and generally good IT literacy., • Experience of leases and invoice financing would be an advantage, • A self-starter who can identify problems and take measures to resolve them, • An enthusiastic and motivated individual who is capable of visualising and influencing positive change