Average Finance Officer salary in Bridgend, Mid Glamorgan

Job title : Finance Manager Salary of up to £40,000 per annum doe 10-month Fixed Term Contract Full time role or 4 days per week Location : Bridgend Môrwell Talent Solutions is delighted to be working with a successful organisation in the Bridgend area, in their search for an interim Finance Manager to join their team to cover maternity leave for a period of 10 months. Reporting into the Finance Director, the successful candidate will be responsible for the day to day running of the finance function and a small team of 2 ledger clerks. You will oversee the day-to-day financial operations within the company, such as payroll, sales invoicing, and purchase ledger. Responsibilities will include - Manage financial department employees to ensure all work is carried out in a timely manner and deadlines are met. Oversee day to day cash management and produce cash forecasts. Process weekly payroll process (circa 170 employees) ensuring this is processed in an efficient manner while maintaining a high level of accuracy. Manage sales ledger effectively to ensure all sales invoicing takes place and customer receipts are received within terms. Manage purchase ledger to ensure all purchase invoices are posted in the correct accounting period and supplier payments are made within terms. Present financial reports to senior management as required. Develop internal financial processes to better utilise technology and available software systems.   Understand and adhere to financial regulations and legislation. Skills and attributes Prior experience in a finance role Ability to liaise with internal colleagues and external contacts Strong knowledge of computerised accounting systems Previous leadership /managerial experience Experience of working in a similar role desirable including overseeing weekly payroll processing. Experience of improving business processes would be an advantage. The role is fully office based, and my client will consider applications of people who are prepared to work full time or 4 days per week. This is a great opportunity for an experienced Finance Manager to join a busy finance team, working in a varied role, for the full duration of a 10-month contract. A handover period will also be provided.

Môrwell Talent Solutions is delighted to be working with a successful organisation in the Bridgend area, in their search for a Finance Manager to join their team. Reporting into the Finance Director, the successful candidate will be responsible for the day to day running of the finance function and a small team of 2 ledger clerks. You will oversee the day-to-day financial operations within the company, such as payroll, sales invoicing, and purchase ledger. Responsibilities will include - Manage financial department employees to ensure all work is carried out in a timely manner and deadlines are met.Oversee day to day cash management and produce cash forecasts.Process weekly payroll process (circa 170 employees) ensuring this is processed in an efficient manner while maintaining a high level of accuracy.Manage sales ledger effectively to ensure all sales invoicing takes place and customer receipts are received within terms.Manage purchase ledger to ensure all purchase invoices are posted in the correct accounting period and supplier payments are made within terms.Present financial reports to senior management as required.Develop internal financial processes to better utilise technology and available software systems. Understand and adhere to financial regulations and legislation. Skills and attributes Prior experience in a finance roleAbility to liaise with internal colleagues and external contactsStrong knowledge of computerised accounting systemsPrevious leadership /managerial experienceExperience of working in a similar role desirable including overseeing weekly payroll processing. Experience of improving business processes would be an advantage. The role is fully office based, and my client will consider applications of people who are prepared to work full time or 4 days per week. This is a great opportunity for an experienced Finance Manager to join a busy finance team of an SME business. A handover period will also be provided.

FP&A Analyst - Commercial Sales & Reporting Are you an experienced FP&A professional looking to join a dynamic, fast-paced environment? Do you thrive in periods of change and enjoy shaping business processes? If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you! We're currently seeking a FP&A Analyst to join our growing team. This role will focus on commercial sales, reporting, budgeting, and supporting a period of transformation within the business. You will play a key part in standardising processes and providing insightful financial analysis to help drive business growth. Key Responsibilities: Monthly Sales Analysis & Reporting: Create and distribute standard reports to the commercial departments, providing insights into trends, customers, and products.ERP System Transition: Assist with the standardisation of processes for the new ERP system they had implemented in October. Collaborate closely with the team to ensure smooth integration and functionality.Stakeholder Management: Build strong relationships with key stakeholders, providing them with relevant financial data and insights.BI Reporting Development: Work alongside our Data Architect to improve and develop BI reporting, ensuring actionable insights are delivered.Sales Initiative Tracker: Track key sales initiatives, focusing on business growth, and provide regular updates on progress.Cost Savings & Collaboration: Collaborate with the Cost Accountant to identify and implement cost-saving measures across the business.P&L & Fixed Asset Management: Manage the top section of the P&L, review capital expenditure requests, and track project spends, ensuring assets are accurately recorded and maintained. Ideal Candidate: Qualifications: A qualified finance professional (CIMA, ACCA, ACA or equivalent). While there is currently no qualified individual in the team, we would ideally like someone who holds a relevant qualification.Experience: Manufacturing experience is preferred. You should be comfortable with fast-paced, changing environments and have a strong grasp of Excel for data manipulation and reporting.Skills: Advanced Excel skills, strong attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.Personality: A proactive individual who enjoys problem-solving and working collaboratively with different departments. Salary & Benefits: Competitive salary range plus bonus earning potential.Full-time, office-based role with potential flexible hours (Monday to Thursday 8:30am-5pm, Friday 8:30am-3pm).Opportunity to grow in a supportive environment with a focus on business transformation. If you are ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role where you can make a real impact, apply now and join us on this exciting journey!