Job Description

Mpeople Recruitment are recruiting for a

Finance Manager

to join a reputable business based in

Denton

.

Role:

Finance Manager

Location:

Denton

Salary:

upto 50,000 DOE

Hours:

8am - 4pm Monday to Friday

Benefits:

23 days holiday + bank holidays

Company pension scheme -3% employee and 8% employer

Healthcare plan

Death in Service

Life Insurance

The role will have 4 direct reports including Finance Assistant's and the Purchase Ledger team but will also have daily input to the wider Finance Team.

Job Purpose

This role will cover the main operating company, but will also include the other companies within the Group.

Key Partner to the Group Financial Controller, supporting all aspects of the Group Strategy, Budget, Cash Flow Management and continuous development of systems and processes

Preparation, development and analysis of financial information to allow the business to make well-informed decisions to ensure future profitability and growth

Establish and maintain financial policies and management of business information systems

This is an integral role to lead on financial processes, statutory governance and compliance

Partner to business stakeholders by providing insightful and quality business information to support cost control in line with budget and to drive reduction in operating costs by function/ department

Ensure all statutory requirements are accurately delivered to required timelines and lead on financial audits

Support, develop and mentor direct reports, in addition to supporting the overall Finance Team

Key Tasks

Key tasks will include, but not be limited to the following:

Monthly input and/ or validation of all transactions in the general ledger in line with the chart of accounts and ensure costs are coded to the correct budgeted account

Completion of the monthly balance sheet reconciliations

Production of the financial/ management reports including profit and loss account, balance sheet, cash flow, variance analysis and commentaries

Production, analysis and reporting of detailed profitability by contract and supplier, reconciled to the reported gross profit

Reconciliation and timely submission of VAT returns

Management of fixed asset register, Capex monitoring and reporting including post-implementation analysis

To assist the Head of Finance, in the production of the annual budget and periodic forecasting

Ongoing review of cash-flow and cash availability

Support production of annual statutory accounts

Manage the direct reports, including day to day communication and motivation by mentoring them to allow for a succession plan

Carry out continuous reviews of working accounting practices and processes to ensure efficient and cost-effective operations

Any other ad-hoc tasks or responsibilities deemed necessary by the Group Financial Controller or Company

Key Skills

Qualified / Part Qualified Accountant, preferably CIMA but ACCA will be considered

Proven experience in a similar role with a, minimum of 3 years' experience working in industry with a demonstrated work history covering all the key tasks required of this role

Proven people management experience with the ability to manage, delegate, motivate and monitor effectively

Proven technical ability, advanced excel skills required and financial modelling would be advantageous

In depth knowledge of financial systems such as SAP or equivalent and supporting management information systems

Commercial acumen and experienced margin/ profitability analysis

Ability to work well under pressure with attention to detail and accuracy

High level of organisation, self-discipline and confident in using initiative and decision making

Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate at all levels with both financial and non-financial colleagues, management team and business stakeholders

Willing to adopt a flexible, hands on, common sense, "lead from the front", "can do" approach to ensure (and be accountable for) benefits realisation

Strong planning and organisational skills

High-energy, enthusiastic self-starter capable of autonomous working but also a

"team player"

Due to the nature of this role a flexible approach is required to ensure critical tasks are completed and project deadlines are met

Please note that Mpeople cannot respond to all applicants due to the high volumes of CV's received on a daily basis. Should you not receive a response within 5 working days please accept that on this occasion your application hasn't been successful. Mpeople wishes you all the best in your job search.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: Up to 51,869.13 per year

Work Location: In person