Finance Manager

Sodexo; Yeovil; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job description

We're looking for a skilled Finance Manager to be a vital part of our team based within one of our prestigious contracts. You will provide direction, management and leadership in all financial areas including P&L Management, business analysis, reporting (incl client facing), accounting, planning, control, risk management and presenting directly to senior management & clients on contract performance.

This is an exciting opportunity for an individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about delivering excellence in financial management. If you can challenge with humility and work collaboratively across various departments to ensure financial objectives are met and exceeded, we want to hear from you.

Join Sodexo and be part of something greater. You belong in a team where you can act with purpose and thrive in your own way.

Main Responsibilities

• Lead the local finance administration team and ensure all tasks are undertaken in an organised manner.
• Oversee the month end billing process in direct liaison with the Account Director, Head of Finance and site-based management/administration teams.
• Review variable billing trackers and accrue income/costs during the month end billing cycle.
• Review the site soft service/maintenance sub-contractor trackers and accrue/pre-pay the associated costs during the month end billing cycle.
• Review P&L performance and post relevant accruals and prepayments.
• Review the monthly and weekly payroll reports for accuracy and amend/update the payroll cost distributions as may be required.
• Complete the monthly/YTD financial performance bridge and labour commentary on the BI Dashboard.
• Ensure financial reports are accurately reported and documents are compiled in the pre-agreed format, with all information contained within being both accurate and presentable.
• Produce annual budgets and periodic forecast information for the contract.
• Manage and control the contract variation process for the contract, completing all relevant and associated documentation in liaison with the client and Sodexo Contract Management Teams.
• Produce ad-hoc reports for the Finance and Contract Management Team.

The Ideal Candidate

• Excellent Excel knowledge and proficient in Word and PowerPoint.
• Creative and can-do attitude, ability to work on own initiative.
• Knowledge of financial systems, including accounting systems and budgetary control.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills.
• Previous experience in writing detailed reports and collating detailed accurate information accordingly.
• Proven and successful Finance Department experience.
• Excellent business partnering skills.
• Self-motivated, ability to take ownership for several projects from beginning to end.
• Professional Accountancy Qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA).

Package Description

Competitive Salary depending on experience.

12 months fixed term contract.

Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it's a chance to be part of something greater.

You'll belong in a company and team that values you for you; you'll act with purpose and have an impact through your everyday actions; and you'll be able to thrive in your own way.

In addition, we offer 20+ Sodexo benefits such as Sodexo retirement plan, discounts to over 1,900 brands to shop online, gym discount to maintain a healthy lifestyle, and a confidential 24/7 employee assistance programme providing independent support to overcome whenever life has its obstacles including emotional support, legal and financial advice.

Ready to be part of something greater? Apply today!

About The Company

At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better everyday for everyone to build a better life for all. As the global leader in services that improve the Quality of Life, we operate in 55 countries, serving over 100 million consumers each day through our unique combination of On-Site Food and FM Services, Benefits & Rewards Services, and Personal & Home Services.

We're all about building a workplace for the future; we believe in equal opportunities, and we celebrate diversity. We're an inclusive workplace where everyone is welcome, everyone can be natural, and be the best versions of themselves. We recognise that we're on a journey with regards to diversity and inclusion and would therefore welcome applications for candidates from underrepresented backgrounds.

We're a Disability Confident Leader employer. We're committed to changing attitudes towards disability and making sure disabled people have the chance to fulfil their aspirations. We run a Disability Confident interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria for the job.