Finance Manager
FINANCE MANAGERWATFORD / SITE BASED£50,000 to £70,000 BASE SALARYTHE COMPANY: We are exclusively partnering with a thriving, entrepreneurial business in the Watford area that is experiencing rapid expansion.As part of their growth, they are seeking an experienced and qualified Finance Manager.FINANCE MANAGERWATFORD / SITE BASED£50,000 to £70,000 BASE SALARYTHE COMPANY: We are exclusively partnering with a thriving, entrepreneurial business in the Watford area that is experiencing rapid expansion.As part of their growth, they are seeking an experienced and qualified Finance Manager. This opportunity is ideal for a Management Accountant ready to take the next step or a Finance Manager/Financial Controller looking for a fresh challenge.In this role, you will lead a small team of five, including Accounts Assistants and an Assistant Accountant, while taking hands-on responsibility for management accounts, budgeting, forecasting, cashflow management, VAT returns, payroll, year-end processes, external audits, process and risk control implementation, and financial reporting.This position is perfect for an ambitious professional looking to progress towards Finance Director status as the business continues to grow.THE FINANCE MANAGER ROLE:
As Finance Manager, you’ll be leading a team of five people and be responsible for ensuring key transactional deadlines are achieved, whilst developing their skills.Leading on Month-End and the full Management Accounts process, including balance sheet reconciliation and producing the MI Pack for the board
Annual Budgeting and Forecasting, recording actuals and conducting variance analysis
Responsible for Cashflow Management and Forecasting, including ensuring all funding and liquidity requirements are met
Handling Quarterly VAT Returns and other statutory submissions
Leading on Year End and External Audit
Reviewing and implementing automated processes and introducing risk controls that are scalable
Responsible for Stock Forecasting and Reporting, and ensuring funding is in place to secure the appropriate stock levels to fuel growthProviding Finance Business Partnering support o the SLT, implementing KPIs, Flash Reporting, Analytical Insights and Recommendations.
THE PERSON:
CIMA, ACA or ACCA Qualified is essentialMust be operating at Finance Manager, Financial Controller or Management Accountant Level ready for the next step, with experience of Stock Management and People Leadership.
Experience in the Motor Trade / Car Sales / Car Dealership industry would be a significant advantage
Solid understanding of the Year End and External Audit process
Experience with Xero Accounting Software & Advanced MS Excel
An excellent communicator who is able to build instant relationships
Good analytical skills and a high attention to detail is essential
TO APPLY: Please send your CV for the Finance Manager position via the advert for immediate consideration.
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