Finance Manager
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Location: Grantham / Hybrid
Salary: Up to £55,000 per annum
Benjamin Edwards is recruiting for a dynamic Finance Manager to join a forward thinking and growing business based in Grantham. This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified Accountant who enjoys taking ownership of financial reporting, cash flow and treasury management, whilst leading a small finance team and driving improvements across the finance function. Working closely with the Head of Finance, you will play a key role in ensuring the accuracy of financial information, managing working capital and strengthening financial controls within a fast-paced, commercially focused environment. The business offers a collaborative working environment, investment in systems and processes, and the opportunity to make a genuine impact on the finance function. If you are a qualified Accountant looking for a varied operational Finance Manager position where you can take ownership, develop a team and make a real difference, we would love to hear from you.
What's on offer to the Finance Manager
Hybrid working
25 days' annual leave, increasing with length of service
Generous employee discount scheme
Salary sacrifice cycle-to-work scheme
Opportunity to lead and develop a finance team
Scope to influence financial processes, systems and continuous improvement
An established business offering an exciting and evolving working environment
The role of Finance Manager
Take ownership of the month-end close process, producing accurate and timely monthly management accounts, balance sheet reporting and cash flow analysis
Prepare monthly Group consolidations and ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial reporting
Manage balance sheet reconciliations, ensuring all control accounts are accurately maintained and reviewed
Support the preparation of statutory accounts under FRS 102 and coordinate audit schedules and supporting information
Take responsibility for treasury management, including daily cash positions, cash flow forecasting, weekly payment runs and supplier payment planning
Monitor and manage working capital, including stock, creditors and debtors, identifying opportunities to improve cash flow
Oversee Accounts Payable, company expenses, bank reconciliations and third-party payment reconciliations
Prepare quarterly VAT returns and maintain the fixed asset register
Work closely with the FP&A team, providing accurate financial information and supporting analysis for budgeting, forecasting and performance reviews
Lead, support and develop junior members of the finance team
Identify and implement process improvements, strengthen financial controls and support the introduction of new finance systems and technology
The ideal candidate for the role of Finance Manager
Fully qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA)
Strong experience in financial accounting, management accounts preparation and balance sheet reconciliations
Good understanding of statutory reporting requirements, including FRS 102, and experience supporting external audits
Proven experience in cash flow forecasting, treasury and working capital management
Experience overseeing transactional finance processes, including Accounts Payable and VAT
Previous experience supervising, mentoring or managing finance team members
To Apply
If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Benjamin Edwards, please do not hesitate to apply
Location: Grantham / Hybrid
Salary: Up to £55,000 per annum
Benjamin Edwards is recruiting for a dynamic Finance Manager to join a forward thinking and growing business based in Grantham. This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified Accountant who enjoys taking ownership of financial reporting, cash flow and treasury management, whilst leading a small finance team and driving improvements across the finance function. Working closely with the Head of Finance, you will play a key role in ensuring the accuracy of financial information, managing working capital and strengthening financial controls within a fast-paced, commercially focused environment. The business offers a collaborative working environment, investment in systems and processes, and the opportunity to make a genuine impact on the finance function. If you are a qualified Accountant looking for a varied operational Finance Manager position where you can take ownership, develop a team and make a real difference, we would love to hear from you.
What's on offer to the Finance Manager
Hybrid working
25 days' annual leave, increasing with length of service
Generous employee discount scheme
Salary sacrifice cycle-to-work scheme
Opportunity to lead and develop a finance team
Scope to influence financial processes, systems and continuous improvement
An established business offering an exciting and evolving working environment
The role of Finance Manager
Take ownership of the month-end close process, producing accurate and timely monthly management accounts, balance sheet reporting and cash flow analysis
Prepare monthly Group consolidations and ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial reporting
Manage balance sheet reconciliations, ensuring all control accounts are accurately maintained and reviewed
Support the preparation of statutory accounts under FRS 102 and coordinate audit schedules and supporting information
Take responsibility for treasury management, including daily cash positions, cash flow forecasting, weekly payment runs and supplier payment planning
Monitor and manage working capital, including stock, creditors and debtors, identifying opportunities to improve cash flow
Oversee Accounts Payable, company expenses, bank reconciliations and third-party payment reconciliations
Prepare quarterly VAT returns and maintain the fixed asset register
Work closely with the FP&A team, providing accurate financial information and supporting analysis for budgeting, forecasting and performance reviews
Lead, support and develop junior members of the finance team
Identify and implement process improvements, strengthen financial controls and support the introduction of new finance systems and technology
The ideal candidate for the role of Finance Manager
Fully qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA)
Strong experience in financial accounting, management accounts preparation and balance sheet reconciliations
Good understanding of statutory reporting requirements, including FRS 102, and experience supporting external audits
Proven experience in cash flow forecasting, treasury and working capital management
Experience overseeing transactional finance processes, including Accounts Payable and VAT
Previous experience supervising, mentoring or managing finance team members
To Apply
If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Benjamin Edwards, please do not hesitate to apply