Finance Manager

Job Description

Radar Recruitment are working closely with a UK based manufacturing business, supporting them in their search for a new Finance Manager, reporting into the Finance Director you will be responsible for the day-to-day finance function for the key operationalentity and the management of a small team. This role will suit either a formally qualified Accountant who has already operated at a similar level for 1-2 years, or a soon-to-be / newly qualified Accountant with aspirations to step up into a more senior role.Responsibilities:

• Manage all financial activities, including budgeting, forecasting, financial planning, and analysis.
• Oversee month-end and year-end financial closings, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting.
• Develop and implement financial policies, procedures, and internal controls to safeguard company assets and maintain compliance with regulations.
• Monitor and analyse financial performance, providing insightful recommendations to senior management for strategic decision-making.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize financial processes, identify areas for improvement, and implement efficiency initiatives.
• Prepare and present financial reports, variance analyses, and financial statements to stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with tax regulations and manage relationships with external auditors, tax advisors, and regulatory authorities.
• Lead and develop a small team, providing guidance, coaching, and performance management.

Qualifications and Skills:

• ACA (first or second move from Practice) or ACCA Qualified, CIMA qualification to be considered, role sits with a financial accounting and audit bias.
• Prior roles to include: Financial Accountant, Management Accountant, Finance Manager, Financial Controller, Accounts Manager, Accounts Senior, Audit Manager, Audit Senior, Client Manager.
• Bachelors degree in finance, accounting, or a related field.
• Strong knowledge of financial principles, accounting practices, and regulatory requirements.
• Proficiency in financial accounting and knowledge of audit preparation.
• Excellent leadership and managerial skills, with the ability to inspire and develop.
• Exceptional attention to detail and analytical thinking.
• Advanced proficiency in financial software and Microsoft Excel.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

On Offer:

• Basic salary £55k.
• Bonus (company and personal performance).
• Pension, employer match up to 8%.
• Flexible hours (including half days Friday).
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays.

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