Assistant /Finance Manager

Your new companyJob Title: Assistant Finance ManagerLocation: Thame (On-site, 5 days/week)Salary: Up to £50,000 per annumAbout the Role - We are seeking a proactive and hands-on Assistant Finance Manager to join our growing business in Thame. This is a key role within a small, stable finance team, offering excellent exposure across all areas of finance and succession planning opportunities. You'll be instrumental in strengthening the department's analytical and reporting capabilities while ensuring smooth day-to-day operations.Key Responsibilities

• Payroll Management:
  • Full ownership of payroll processing using SAGE Payroll
  • Ensure compliance and accuracy across monthly payroll cycles
• Month-End Routine:
  • Assist with month-end close, journals, reconciliations, and reporting
  • Support budgeting and forecasting processes
• Banking & Payments:
  • Manage bank payments and reconciliations
  • Oversee cash flow and ensure timely supplier payments
• Credit Control:
  • Take charge of credit control processes
  • Improve debtor management and reduce aged debt
• Reporting & Analysis:
  • Prepare financial reports and dashboards for management
  • Support budgeting and variance analysis
• Systems & Processes:
  • Use SAGE for accounting and payroll
  • Learn and support supply chain finance processes (not difficult to learn)

Candidate Profile

• Qualifications:
  • Minimum AAT qualified
  • QBE (Qualified by Experience) candidates will only be considered with strong payroll and month-end experience.
  • Qualified perferred
• Experience:
  • Proven experience in payroll, credit control, and month-end routines
  • Strong working knowledge of SAGE
  • Experience in a growing business environment preferred
• Skills & Attributes:
  • Hands-on and detail-oriented
  • Friendly and collaborative team player
  • Comfortable working in a business without a separate HR function
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a friendly, stable team with a supportive culture
• Opportunity to beef up the finance department and make a real impact
• Early finish on Fridays
• Succession planning and career development opportunities
• On-site role with potential for hybrid flexibility

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

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