Our client is seeking a Finance Manager to play a pivotal role in managing financial operations within their organisation. This position, based in Milton Keynes, offers an excellent opportunity for an ACA qualified accountant looking to make their first move into a managerial role. With a generous salary of £65,000, this role provides the chance to coordinate financial processes across the business, prepare annual budgets and strategic plans, and manage a dedicated team.

Pivotal role in managing financial operations
Opportunity for first-time managerial role
Generous salary of £65,000

What you'll do:

As a Finance Manager, your role will be integral to the smooth running of our client's financial operations. You'll be responsible for coordinating month-end close and balance sheet reconciliation processes across the UK business. Your expertise will be crucial in preparing annual budgets and strategic plans. You'll also ensure compliance with group revenue recognition and SOX compliance policies. A key part of your role will involve managing a small team, ensuring they are motivated and delivering to high standards.

Manage and coordinate the month-end close & Balance Sheet reconciliation process across the UK business
Business Partnering for the finance function providing relevant information, reporting and analysis to department heads and the senior leadership team
Preparing the annual budget and strategic plan
Support the preparation and submission of annual budgets and monthly rolling forecast
Ensure compliance with group revenue recognition and SOX compliance policies
Work with Global Business Support teams to ensure efficient payments and credit control
Managing a team of 4 - ensuring the team are well motivated, delivering to a high standard

What you bring:

The ideal candidate for this Finance Manager position is an ACA qualified accountant with strong analytical skills including proficiency in Excel. Your ability to manage teamwork load effectively while balancing multiple projects will ensure deadlines are met consistently. Strong verbal and written communication skills are essential as you will be maintaining relationships across various senior stakeholders and business areas.

ACA Qualified Accountant
Confidence in maintaining relationships across various senior stakeholders and business areas
Ability to manage teamwork load effectively and balance projects ensuring deadlines are achieved
Strong analytical skills including Excel proficiency
Strong verbal and written communication skills

What sets this company apart:

Our client is a leading company that values commitment, cooperation, and trust. They offer flexible working opportunities, training opportunities, and generous pensions contributions. They believe in nurturing talent from within, providing ample opportunities for growth leadership. Their supportive leadership style fosters an environment where everyone feels valued and heard.

What's next:

Ready to take on this exciting challenge? Don't hesitate!

Apply today by clicking on the link provided!

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