Job Description

• Responsible for managing a team with the timely and accurate completion of monthly reporting.
• Managing the monthly processes of financial data entry and allocating tasks to members of the team, offering support where needed.
• Management of all finances, including cash flow, accounts payable, accounts receivable, tax, VAT.
• Management of monthly payroll for over 75 members of staff, including managing overtime, travel expenses and the company pension.
• Management of HR function, including issuing offer letters and employment contracts, dealing with sick leave & pay, holiday calculations, assisting in developing company policies, issuing company announcements and providing support to line managers when HR issues arise.
• Producing invoices for various types of customer contracts.
• Producing regular financial data for Program Management teams.
• Performing and approving monthly reconciliations.
• Working with external accountants both in the UK and USA to process Year End Financial Statements.
• Being involved with, and ensuring completion of any required audits.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong IT skills including Excel and Sage programs • Strong interpersonal skills - to communicate in a professional manner to a wide range of stakeholders • Strong organisational skills and attention to detail • Skilled in developing strong working relationships internally and externally • Ability to meet deadlines under pressure • At least 2 years' experience managing a Finance department • A level of HR experience would also be desirable