The Role

Responsible for the Group finance function. Reporting to the Managing Director, covering all aspects financial reporting, management accounts, cash flow through to budgeting, forecasting, controls & statutory compliance, and payroll reporting. Responsible for leading, supporting and mentoring the Assistant Management Accountant and Finance Apprentice.

Key Duties/Responsibilities:

• Taking responsibility for the day-to-day management of the Group finance function
• Providing clear financial analysis and commentary to the Board
• Monitoring business performance against budgets, forecasts and key financial indicators
• Provision of Management Information and reports as required by the business
• Investigation and explanation of key variances and identification of potential areas of risk
• Completion of the monthly management accounts including P&L, balance sheet reconciliations and supporting analysis
• Detailed Profitability Analysis by income stream
• Overseeing the sales ledger including invoice/payment processing
• Overseeing the purchase ordering process and general bookkeeping
• Completion of VAT Returns and other relevant financial submissions
• Overseeing payroll and pension processes and reporting, applying any tax code changes, any attachment of earnings orders, FPS Submission, sending of colleague payslips and P45's
• Provision of KPI/management information and analysis as required on a weekly, monthly, annual and periodic basis, and any financial modelling as required
• Challenging expenditure and identifying opportunities to improve profitability and efficiency
• Managing, supporting and developing the Assistant Management Accountant & Finance Apprentice

Experience Required:

• An experienced Finance Manager or Financial Controller
• Qualified Management Accountant (ACCA or CIMA) with experience across a full range of financial and management accounting activities
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Reliable, professional and discreet
• Exemplary attention to detail and strong organisational skills
• Good IT skills, including Microsoft applications and Excel
• Ability to problem solve