Job Description

Learning Resources is the home or award-winning toys, games and learning aids for children aged 2-12. We understand the importance of learning through play and offer toys and games that positively influence children's growth and development. Learning resources Inc is a US based family-owned company. Learning Resources Ltd. was founded in Kings Lynn, Norfolk in 1994 to serve the European, Middle Eastern, African and Indian Markets.

Team & Position Description:

As the

Finance Manager

, you will play a critical role in driving financial accuracy, efficiency, and strategic insight within a growing SME environment. Reporting to the Head of Finance, you will lead the Accounts Payable and Receivable teams, produce reliable financial reporting, oversee compliance, and manage IT vendor relationships. Success in this role means driving financial process excellence, leveraging Microsoft Dynamics D365 to produce timely, data-driven insights, and ensuring smooth financial operations aligned with business growth.

Key Performance Objectives

1.

Lead and develop a high performing AR/AP team:

Build team capability and coverage whilst embedding company values. Ensure 100% team coverage during planned absences. Achieve a less than 2% error rate in AP/AR transactions monthly. Complete monthly 1:1's and implement development plans for both direct reports. Review and action weekly team KPI's.

2.

Deliver accurate & timely monthly financials:

Own the month-end close process, ensuring reports are ready for Senior Financial Analyst review, with 100% on time delivery. Complete month end in 6 working days. Handle journal entries, accruals and prepayments accurately, ensuring adherence to financial regulations and legislation.

3.

Oversee and approve Vendor payment runs:

Ensure timely and accurate payment execution aligned with cash flow planning.

4.

Drive Strategic Reporting to Inform Business Decisions

: Implement and prepare reports on aged debt analysis, credit control risk, and strategic partners including a monthly credit risk report delivered by the 6th working day and a monthly strategic partner financial dashboard prepared and presented to the Head of Finance.

5.

Champion Financial Process Improvement

: Continuously assess and refine financial processes and internal controls. Minimum of two improvement initiatives proposed and implemented quarterly. Annual internal control review completed with documented action plans.

6. Manage Outsourced IT Support Vendor Relationship:

Manage the day-to-day relationship with the outsourced IT support provider. Ensure effective communication with provider and end users, addressing and resolving issues promptly. Maintain a 90% end user satisfaction rate.

Requirements/Ideal Attributes:

4+ years' experience in finance/accounting with supervisory experience in AR/AP functions. Final-stage ACA, ACCA, or CIMA (preferred). Experience in a growing SME. Familiarity with Microsoft Dynamics D365 (preferred). A proactive and organised problem-solver with strong commercial acumen and a solid grasp of technology. Team-oriented and driven, with a strong focus on collaboration, talent development, and leading change through sound analytical decision-making.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Additional pay:

Performance bonus
Benefits:

Company pension Employee discount On-site parking Profit sharing
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Work Location: Hybrid remote in King's Lynn PE30 2HZ

Reference ID: LRAMZ