Accurate and timely production of the monthly management accounts, ensuring they are produced on a true and fair basis.
This will include posting appropriate journals (accruals, prepayments).
Production of the monthly Performance Reports, providing high quality commentary and insightful analysis.
Attend monthly management meetings with the relevant business units,
Lead on analysis of projects, including full analysis of costs to date vs the budgets/forecasts, and implement an accurate forecasting process.
Prepare the annual budgets and quarterly forecasts
Identify opportunities and areas for attention & recommend options for action - including areas of cost reduction and best practice, governance and controls.
Support and, when required, deputies for the Finance Manager
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Qualified accountant. ACA / ACCA / CIMA or late stage Studier
Track record of delivering results and challenging the norm.
Highly numerate with a strong commercial aptitude.
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively at all levels