Finance Manager:

Cherry Professional; East Midlands; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 60,000

Job description

Job Title: Finance Manager
Location: Nottingham, UK
Salary: Up to £60k

We are seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented Finance Manager to join our clients’ finance team. This role will offer you the opportunity to take ownership of key finance operations, working closely with the Financial Controller to support the financial health of the business. If you are a qualified accountant, have a strong technical accounting background and a passion for accuracy and efficiency, we’d love to hear from you. This is an opportunity to join a fast growth and fast paced SME in Nottingham, with a hybrid working option available.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Accounts Payable & Receivable Oversight: Supervise the day-to-day operations of the Accounts Payable Senior Accounts Assistant and the Global Billing Controller. Ensure accurate reviews of aged debtors, creditors reports, and P&L postings.
2. Cashflow Management: Take full ownership of the 12-week rolling cashflow, finalising the amounts for payment runs and liaising with the Financial Controller for review.
3. Reconciliations: Complete key control account reconciliations, including bank, debtors, creditors, payroll, PAYE, and VAT, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
4. VAT Returns: Prepare and submit the UK quarterly VAT returns.
5. Intercompany Accounts: Maintain the intercompany matrix, ensuring reconciliation each month, and posting required journals for clearing balances.
6. Payroll & Payments: Collaborate with the Financial Controller to review international payroll and post payroll journals. Manage monthly PAYE and pension payments and approve creditor payments.
7. Expenses & Credit Cards: Manage and ensure timely processing of expenses and credit card transactions, guaranteeing accuracy.
8. Audit Support: Serve as the key point of contact for auditors, assisting with audit queries and ensuring adjustments are posted accurately.

About You:

1. Qualification: ACA/ACCA qualification is essential.
2. Experience: Proven experience in financial accounting with a focus on accuracy, efficiency, and technical expertise.
3. Excel Proficiency: Solid intermediate knowledge of MS Excel and MS Office tools.
4. Strong Work Ethic: Capable of managing multiple deadlines and a high volume of work.
5. Excellent Communication Skills: Able to engage effectively with colleagues and stakeholders, both verbally and in writing.
6. Team Player & Flexible: A proactive team member who can adapt to shifting priorities.
7. Self-Starter: Able to prioritize tasks and work autonomously.
8. ERP Experience: Familiarity with ERP systems, ideally Dynamics 365, is desirable.
9. Attention to Detail: Meticulous and thorough in all aspects of work, ensuring accuracy and consistency.

This role offers a fantastic opportunity to play a critical part in managing and supporting the day-to-day finance function, with a focus on driving operational efficiency and financial stability. If you’re looking for a role that combines technical expertise with a proactive, team-oriented approach, apply today!