Job Description

Roger Oates Design is a luxury flooring business with locations in Herefordshire, Devon and London. Established over 35 years ago our name is synonymous with our woven striped runners, rugs and floor coverings.

We are a design-led, service-orientated business that has doubled in size in the last 10 years. We are currently seeking a dynamic and motivated Finance Manager to join our team.

Position Overview:

The successful candidate will take ownership of the finance function and be responsible for day-to-day financial management, reporting, and compliance. In a small business setting, this role includes both high-level financial oversight and execution of transactional finance tasks.

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

Financial Management and Reporting: Prepare and post monthly accruals, prepayments and similar accounting entries. Lead on / prepare monthly management accounts and financial reports for leadership, and for Group. Monitor cashflow and manage cash forecasting. Support the budgeting and forecasting process. Prepare year-end accounts, liaising with Group and external accountants. Manage VAT returns, PAYE, and other HMRC submissions. Manage the payroll. Maintain accurate financial records in systems. Management of Cost base, challenging as appropriate any expenditure in line with the company's long term strategic goals.

Compliance and Governance:

Ensure compliance with all statutory requirements including VAT and payroll. Create / maintain up to date financial policies and procedures. Ensure compliance with all relevant export regulations, including customs requirements, export controls and trade agreements.

Transactional Finance:

Actively review and chase debtors, raising any concerns. Ensure supplier accounts are kept up to date and agreed to monthly statements received. Ensure all invoices and relevant paperwork are kept on electronic file. Reconcile cash, agreeing monthly to the bank statements. Make day to day decisions regarding cost centre/ledger code allocations. Daily/monthly/annual reconciliations. Monitor all invoices and supplier account statements received. Maintain the company asset register for all equipment. Multi-currency bank, credit card, customer, and supplier account reconciliations. Other tasks as required by the needs of the business.

Business Support:

Provide financial insights and advice to support strategic decision-making. Ensure the finance office is running efficiently on a day-today basis: Support with incoming telephone calls and maintain the first point of contact for the finance line. Other tasks as required by the needs of the business. Provide input to the selection and implementation of new IT systems, and lead the implementation of new Finance systems. Support with general HR administration.

Required:

Proven experience in a finance/accounting role within a UK SME. Strong understanding of UK financial regulations, VAT, and payroll processes. Proficiency in accounting systems. Strong IT skills. Ability to work independently and take ownership of the finance function. Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills. Recently qualified (ACCA / CIMA / ACA).

Hours of Work:

37.5 hours per week, 9am to 5pm, Monday to Friday with 30 mins unpaid for lunch.

Company Benefits:

22 days annual leave (increasing with length of service) plus bank holidays. Company sick pay scheme. Free fresh fruit weekly. Staff Discount Scheme. Employee Assistance Programme (EAP). Wellness Programme.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 40,000.00-55,000.00 per year

Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:

Ledbury HR8 1EL: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Work Location: In person