Finance Manager

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a highly skilled Finance Manager to join a dynamic and inclusive healthcare business. This role offers the chance to lead a dedicated team of accountants, ensuring the production of accurate and reliable monthly management accounts. The successful candidate will enjoy a competitive salary range of £45,000 - £55,000 and the chance to work in the vibrant area of South Manchester. This role is perfect for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, has a keen eye for detail, and possesses excellent interpersonal skills.

What you'll do:
As a Finance Manager, you will play an integral role in leading the production of monthly management accounts. You will be responsible for managing a team of four accountants, driving engagement through regular one-to-one meetings. Your role will involve preparing and reviewing monthly balance sheet reconciliations while maintaining a strong control environment. You will also be tasked with managing both external and internal audit processes, ensuring all requirements are met. Your proactive approach will drive continuous improvement within the monthly and quarterly reporting calendar.

• Lead the accounting close process for entities under your remit on a monthly basis adhering to strict deadlines
• Prepare and review monthly balance sheet reconciliations, maintaining a strong control environment
• Complete and review monthly reporting files and quarterly reporting packs
• Support the accounting team in the delivery of the accounting close and balance sheet reconciliations
• Manage external and internal audit processes, working closely with audit teams to ensure all requirements are met
• Drive continuous improvement within the monthly and quarterly reporting calendar and the external reporting process
• Manage a team of 4 staff, ensuring they are developed, trained and supported
• Provide advice and guidance to other departments on accounting issues as requested

What you bring:
The ideal candidate for this Finance Manager position is a strategic thinker with strong analytical skills. You should be proactive in your approach, willing to challenge existing processes and controls. Your organisational skills will be top-notch, and you'll have a proven track record of working to tight deadlines. Your interpersonal, communication and influencing skills will be excellent, and you'll have a history of building effective relationships. Your knowledge and experience of Microsoft Excel will be strong, and you'll have experience managing a team.

• Strategic thinker with strong analytical skills
• Proactive approach with willingness to challenge existing processes/controls
• Highly organised, diligent and structured individual with ability to work to tight deadlines
• Excellent interpersonal, communication and influencing skills with proven ability to build effective relationships
• Strong knowledge and experience of Microsoft Excel
• Experience managing a team and demonstration of leadership skills

What sets this company apart:
This company is renowned for its commitment to employee development and fostering an inclusive work environment. They believe in the power of teamwork and collaboration, creating a supportive atmosphere where everyone's voice is heard. The company also prides itself on its commitment to continuous improvement, always striving to enhance their processes and deliver the best possible service to their clients.

What's next:
Ready to take the next step in your career? Apply now!

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