Finance Manager

Finance Manager

• Annual Salary: £50K-£55K
• Location: East London
• Job Type: Full-time

Our client, a specialist IT solutions provider, are seeking a Finance Manager to join their team. This role is pivotal in supporting the transition of the revenue model and implementing a new finance system.

The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing finance operations, managing the team, and driving continuous improvement in accounting processes and systems.

Day-to-day of the role:

• Produce monthly management information across the group of companies.
• Analyse monthly and quarterly financial data and present findings.
• Manage the preparation of the company’s budget and present weekly credit risk reports.
• Oversee accounts payable and receivable, ensuring accuracy and providing cover as required.
• Prepare and post monthly accounting entries such as accruals and prepayments.
• Manage and review the work of the Finance Assistant.
• Handle monthly FOREX transactions and requirements.
• Drive the improvement of end-to-end accounting processes and systems.
• Identify financial risks and propose solutions.
• Manage working capital, including cash flow forecasts.
• Take overall responsibility for payroll, pension, VAT, and HMRC processes.
• Produce year-end accounts and liaise with external accountants for filing.
• Advise on investment activities and cost-reduction opportunities.
• Manage renewals of leases, insurances, private health scheme, utilities, etc.
• Assist in the management of ISO9001 certification and liaise with other departments as required.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Strong technical accounting knowledge.
• Proficient in finance software, Excel, and financial modelling.
• Experience in accounts payable and receivable.
• Capable of producing monthly management accounts and statutory accounts.
• Ability to delegate and manage the work of others.
• Fully qualified accountant (ACA or ACCA).
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills.
• Working knowledge of statutory legislation and regulations.
• Desirable experience with EU and US finance regulations.
• Must be eligible to work in the UK.

Benefits:

• Private health scheme.
• Ongoing professional training.
• 28 days paid holiday per annum (including bank holidays), plus additional discretionary holiday between Christmas and New Year.
• An additional 3 days paid leave for staff to undertake volunteering opportunities.

To apply for this Finance Manager position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role.