Deputy Finance Manager

Job Title: Deputy Finance Manager (Interim 3-5 Months)

Our client are searching for an experienced Interim Deputy Finance Manager to join their small Finance team and support the Head of Finance, providing finance management support and direction to the team.

Key Features of role:

• To deputise for the Head of Finance and run the day to day Accounts & Finance function

• Line management and supervision of all staff within the Finance team

• Assist the Head of Finance in preparing statutory financial accounts, budget monitoring reports and financial returns

• Monitoring income and expenditure against budget and investigation of variances across all cost centres

• Prepare for the annual Audit and ensure good general practice and housekeeping within the department

• To administer all aspects of the sales, purchase and general ledger using the financial systems according to agreed policies and procedures

• Management of the fixed asset register and effective control of depreciation

• Effective management of all aspects of Sales and Purchase Ledger, maintaining effective collection and payment cycles in line with Service Level agreements

• Liaise with suppliers in order to resolve complex financial and administrative queries that may arise

• Contribute to budget planning and payroll costing in consultation with the Finance team

What you'll need to succeed:

- Full/Part Qualified Accountant (ACCA/CIMA/ICEAW), with at least 2-3 years’ PQE

- Must be detail-oriented and possess strong management skills, with experience of line managing staff

- Experience of using Sage software would be highly desirable

- Strong verbal and written communication skills and organisation skills

- Must be a self-starter, with the ability to work on their own initiative

- Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office and Intermediate/Advanced Excel skills (Pivot, VLookup)

- Strong month end accounts and management reporting and forecasts

This role offers working hours of Monday - Friday (9.00am-5.00pm) and is based in Burnham (Slough). Salary will be dependant upon experience, up to £50k per annum.