Job Description

Finance Manager

We are Craig Foods Ltd We are Slemish! We are R J Kerrs!

Salary

Excellent salary available commensurate, with experience for the right candidate!

Job type

Full-time

Hours:

Monday - Friday 09:00-17:00

Who We Are

Since 1969, Craig's Food Ltd. has been serving Northern Ireland with quality products and unbeatable service. What started as one man's vision has grown into a thriving food group that now includes Craig's, Slemish, and RJ Kerr Bakery. With products sourced from top local bakers and UK/European suppliers, we're proud to keep shelves stocked and customers smiling across the region.

Your Role

This is an autonomous role, based in our Ballymena Head Office. In this role you will be coordinating and managing our company's financial operations and responsible for coordinating our regulatory reporting processes.

You will be responsible for budget planning and supporting the CEO and senior management team in making the best possible business decisions for our business.

Your Team

You'll be the centre of the finance operations with administrative support and will report to the CEO.

Responsibilities

Manage the day-to-day financial operations within the company, such as payroll, invoicing, and other transactions Finance & Bookkeeping - Cash transactions & banking, Accounts Payable & Receivable, Baking & Reconciliation Experience of EDI Uploads, Processing Central Billing Remittances (High Volume Transactions) Preparation of monthly management accounts and reporting to management and stakeholders. Leading the relationship between our business and external agents/ auditors inclusive of liaising with external accountants with the year-end accounts' preparation Managing (with support from external accountant) VAT returns and all taxation matters and declarations Assisting with ad-hoc analysis / one-off projects Adhering to financial regulations and legislation Preparing budget forecasts Maintaining a control environment (monthly balance sheet, credit control, reconciliations, P&L reviews) Monitoring internal financial control Establishing and maintaining financial policies and procedures for the company

About You

Your Experience

4+ years' experience in a similar role

Experience of bookkeeping software, specifically Sage200

Experience of EDI uploads, ideally within food retail with customers such as Henderson's, Musgrave etc.

Sound technical and practical knowledge of accounting and regulatory reporting requirements

Advanced Excel skills

Experience working in the SME sector

Salary/Superannuation/Payroll Tax/Workers Compensation experience required

Your Qualifications

Essential

Qualified to degree level, preferably in a business or finance discipline Membership of a recognised professional accountancy body i.e. CIA, ACCA.

Desired

Qualified or Part Qualified Accountant
This is a full-time permanent position working 40 hours per week.

Flexibility is required with regards to hours of work.

We are an equal opportunities employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive culture.

Language:

English (Required)

Benefits:

Subsidised Company Vehicle Bonus Scheme On-site parking On-site charging for Company Vehicle Company Pension Office & Tea Room Facilities Employee Discount Flexibility around working hours to accommodate work-life balance Excellent salary, commensurate with experience for the right candidate.

Schedule:

Monday - Friday Day shift
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 35,000.00-40,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Canteen Company car Company pension Employee discount Flexitime Free parking On-site parking
Work Location: In person