Job Description

The Finance Manager role will focus on the more of the technical aspects for this business, leading on all financial reporting and compliance aspects and partnering with the Financial Controller to influence and improve processes.

The key, day-to-day aspect will include:

• Produce the quarterly and annual reporting packs
• Consolidated group accounts
• Produce statutory accounts, liaise with the auditors
• Business partner the wider business with finance input on commercial activities and projects
• Assist the budgeting and forecasting process
• Analysis of business performance
• Cashflow forecasting and balance sheet reporting
• Management and leadership of a small team of 3
• Review and critique the financial information delivered by the finance team
• Prepare group VAT returns for group entities
• Report to and challenge the Financial Controller on the assumptions and data provided

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

* You will be holding a recognised accounting qualification, preferably ACA or equivalent (CIMA/ACCA). * You have at least 3 years post qualification experience, ideally within a commercial business. * Strong technical background, preferably with some experience with M&A accounting. * You have the ambition to progress in a demanding and rewarding environment. * Building and sustaining high-quality relationships with your customers - clients and colleagues. * A strong influencer of others, engaging in your communication style. * Excellent written and communication skills.