Senior Finance Manager

Hays PLC; Blackburn; On-site; GBP 67,000; Full time

Job description

Senior Finance Manager for global retail business in Blackburn, up to £67K

Your new company
Renowned for its innovative approach and commitment to delivering exceptional service, this large retail business has a strong presence within the market and offers a collaborative work environment where your skills and expertise will be highly valued.

Your new role
As a Senior Finance Manager, you will be an essential asset to the business, reporting directly to the Financial Controller. You will oversee end-to-end finance operations, including financial planning and analysis, balance sheet reconciliations, and identifying opportunities to improve procedures and controls. Your duties will include:

1. Monitoring day-to-day financial operations
2. Reviewing financial data
3. Preparing monthly and annual reports
4. Providing data-backed recommendations to support effective decision-making
5. Involvement in the year-end audit process
6. Engaging in various project work such as automation and systems improvement

What you'll need to succeed
To be successful in this role, you will need to be a qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) with at least 3 years of post-qualification experience. You should have the ability to adapt and respond to changing priorities and work effectively in a fast-paced environment, and be confident in developing a team. Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Excel skills are essential, along with strong communication and interpersonal skills. An ambitious and self-motivated individual will thrive in this role.

What you'll get in return
In return, you will receive a salary up to £67K, along with a performance-based bonus scheme. The company offers a range of benefits including employee life assurance, access to 24/7 online GP access, health checks, and wellbeing support. There is free on-site parking, flexi-time hours, and a modern office to work from in Blackburn. The working arrangement is full-time on-site, with core hours in place. This is a business that will invest in your learning and development, and give you the opportunity for continued progression.

What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.