Role Overview:
My client is a growing SME seeking a motivated and hands-on Finance Manager. Reporting to a senior manager, the successful candidate will be responsible for supporting the financial function, ensuring accuracy in reporting, and contributing to the business financial health.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a proactive professional to develop their skills and grow with the business.

Key Responsibilities
– Lead daily financial operations, including sales and purchase ledgers, supplier payments, and expense claims.
– Support the end-to-end month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
– Produce and assist with the presentation of monthly management accounts, including P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow statements, with insightful commentary.
– Prepare and submit VAT returns and other tax-related documentation, ensuring full compliance.
– Provide support during the annual audit process.
– Contribute to the annual budgeting and periodic forecasting processes.
– Assist in maintaining and updating cash flow models and forecasts to ensure optimal liquidity.
– Support the credit control function and debtor management.
– Assist with banking relationships and financing facilities.

Qualifications & Skills
– Professional Qualification: Qualified or part-qualified ACCA/CIMA/ACA, or Qualified By Experience (QBE) with a proven track record in a relevant role.
– Experience: Minimum of 2-3 years of experience in a finance role, ideally within an SME environment.
– Proficiency with financial software (e.g., Sage, Xero, QuickBooks, etc.).