About the Company
Our client is a rapidly growing SME with ambitious targets to continue its success.
Having established an excellent brand, this organisation is going through the process of growing their business and are now looking to bring their accounting function in house.
The Role
We are seeking an ambitious Finance Manager eager to support an entrepreneurial business in achieving its growth targets.
This pivotal role will establish and manage the finance function, implementing controls to reduce risk and contributing to commercial analysis development to help decision-making.
You will act as a financial business partner within the organisation and deliver the accounting requirements for the business.
* Prepare and deliver both Financial and Management accounts to the owners with detailed insights
* Monthly balance sheet reconciliations
* Preparation of annual budgets and forecasts
* Preparation of year-end packs for external auditors and annual statutory accounts
* Implement and develop internal financial accounting, monitoring and reporting systems and controls
Additionally, you will:
* Monthly cash flow analysis and re-forecasting
* Build financial models to support business expansion
* Management of day-to-day financial activities
* Act as a key partner to the other departments in strategic and operational areas of the business
The ability to challenge processes and colleagues and drive continuous improvement both in the department and in the wider business is essential.
There will be ongoing projects that you will take responsibility for.
Requirements
We are looking for a Qualified Accountant with experience in industry and ideally within an SME who is:
* Commercially astute and able to work in a fast-paced environment
* Thorough and methodical in attention to detail
* Agile and adaptable to the priorities of an evolving entrepreneurial business
* Exceptional in MS Excel skills
* Strong in written and oral communication skills
* Highly motivated and able to lead and positively influence others
What You'll Get in Return
You will have every opportunity to put your stamp on the accountancy department.
You will also have the chance to truly affect the efficiency of the organisation.
The remuneration will start at £55,000 - £65,000 + bonus.
This figure is likely to grow as the business does.
The owners are looking for a finance partner to help them grow their business and go on this journey with them.
If you're interested in this role, please submit your CV or contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.