Finance Manager

Austin Fraser; Widnes; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job description

Manufacturing business based in the Widnes area requires a Finance Manager for their growing team. Reporting to the UK Head of Finance, this is an excellent role for someone with a Manufacturing business who is looking to work in a growing business.

Duties of the role will include:

1. Support the delivery of all external and internal reporting requirements of the company.
2. Monitor the day-to-day financial operations within the business, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and fixed assets.
3. Ensure the accurate recording and reconciliation of all financial data within deadlines.
4. VAT return preparation and submission and HMRC processes.
5. Lead, mentor, and manage Finance Officer, providing guidance and training to develop and maintain the highest quality accounting habits and disciplines.
6. Manage the Finance function (FI) of company's reporting systems (SAP) and Process expert responsibilities.
7. Perform Internal controls and look to make improvements to procedures and controls especially in operation controlling.
8. Support Head of Finance in the development and sharing best practice across the business, policies, and procedures.
9. Manage an audit process of current systems - while acting as the first point of contact for external auditors.
10. Responsible for tax reporting.
11. Other ad hoc duties as required in a hands-on varied role.
12. Support Head of Finance with other ad-hoc duties or special projects on a timely basis.

The right candidate will be:

1. Full or part qualified CIMA, ACCA, ACA or equivalent.
2. Experience in Corporate tax reporting, VAT return.
3. Experience in accounting and financial reporting and SAP Finance function preferably through implementation/transition.
4. Strong technical accounting knowledge.
5. Excellent attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy.
6. Strong analytical skills and process-oriented mindset.
7. Excellent communication skills both written and oral.
8. Strong team player and ability to thrive and work independently in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.
9. Focus on continuous improvement, driving process change and enhancing the financial control environment.
10. Excellence in the use of MS office products.

This role offers an excellent package including bonus and a motivated progressive working environment.