Finance Manager

Complete autonomy and number one responsibility.
You will be a resourceful and innovative leader with a hands on approach.

About Our Client

Growing SME manufacturing business.

Job Description

Overseeing of Company Secretary duties, supported by company solicitors.
Reporting of UK business performance.
Overall responsibility for company cashflow.
Overseeing budgets and performance against budgets / and detailed variance where needed.
Supervision of the accounts team, which currently consists of a team of 3 people.
Lead on the preparation of monthly accounts / reporting / uploading to group of monthly accounts, provide year end accounts, provide appropriate support and assistance to the organization's auditors and delivery of recommendations arising from the audit process.
Ensure that the organization has in place robust, compliant financial systems and procedures and that these are adhered to by all staff.
Ensure that all statutory returns are completed in a timely and effective manner, including those in relation to VAT, PAYE, NIC and Corporation Tax, and any relevant compliance dates are met.
Co-ordinate the annual budgetary process in conjunction with department managers.
Overall responsibility for banking arrangements.
Oversee / initial preparation of the payroll function to ensure employees are paid in an accurate and timely manner.
Preparation of vat returns and maintenance of import documentation from the EU.
Responsibility for UK relevant insurance negotiations and renewals.
Responsibility for pension management and negotiations with pensions broker.
Responsibility for some ad-hoc supply / lease contracts.
Maintenance of fixed asset schedules.
Dealing with some property matters (rating valuations).

The Successful Applicant

ACCA, ACA or CIMA Qualified would be preferable.
Be highly organized, with an eye for detail and able to see the bigger picture.
A track record of initiating, driving, developing, and implementing strategies and plans.
Be fully conversant with UK accounting standards and financial reporting regulations.
A proven track record of leading and inspiring teams to achieve and innovate.
Ability to translate complex financial data and present this information clearly to stakeholders.
A good knowledge of import procedures would be an advantage.
A good knowledge of the construction industry and manufacturing would also be an advantage.
Knowledge of company acquisitions would be beneficial.
Excellent excel skills.