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Finance Manager

Investigo
Posted a month ago, valid for 22 days
Location

Slough, Berkshire SL13XX, England

Contract type

Full Time

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  • We are looking for a proactive Finance Manager to oversee our finance operations and manage a direct report.
  • The role involves managing daily financial activities, ensuring timely monthly accounting closes, and preparing accurate management accounts.
  • Candidates should have a degree in Accountancy and Finance, or be ACCA or CIMA qualified, with strong proficiency in Sage 200 and Excel.
  • The position requires at least 5 years of relevant experience and the ability to balance hands-on tasks with strategic responsibilities.
  • The salary for this role is competitive and commensurate with experience.
About the Role

We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Finance Manager to join our team and take full ownership of our finance operations. This pivotal role is responsible for managing the day-to-day financial activities, overseeing monthly and annual reporting, and ensuring robust financial control across the business.

You will manage one direct report and work closely with senior leadership to support strategic decision-making through accurate financial reporting and insightful analysis.

Key Responsibilities
  • Manage all aspects of the finance operation and provide leadership to a direct report.

  • Ensure timely completion of monthly accounting close processes in line with deadlines.

  • Prepare and submit accurate monthly management accounts.

  • Maintain and oversee all balance sheet reconciliations on a monthly basis.

  • Perform financial variance analysis and provide actionable insights.

  • Uphold and enhance internal financial controls, supporting external audits and liaising with auditors as required.

  • Oversee day-to-day cash flow and working capital planning.

  • Monitor and report on accounts receivable activities on a monthly basis.

  • Lead the annual budgeting process and coordinate quarterly forecast updates.

  • Stay updated on changes to financial regulations and legislation to ensure compliance.

Person Specification
  • ACCA or CIMA qualified, or degree-level qualification in Accountancy and Finance.

  • Strong proficiency in Sage 200 Accounts and Microsoft Excel.

  • Ability to manage tight deadlines while working independently with minimal supervision.

  • Comfortable balancing hands-on transactional tasks with strategic financial responsibilities.

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex financial matters clearly.

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.

SonicJobs' Terms & Conditions and Privacy Policy also apply.