Finance Manager

This is a newly created role, reporting into the CFO. As the Finance Manager you will be responsible for day-to-day finance operations and management accounting, as well as assisting in analysing performance and ongoing trends within the business and offering viable solutions to leadership on how to leverage and optimise.   

Responsibilities  

• Maintain accurate financial records whilst overseeing daily financial transactions  

• Reconcile balance sheet accounts monthly, identifying and resolving discrepancies 

• Prepare and review P&L reconciliations, analysing variances against budget and forecast 

• Cashflow management including monthly rolling forecasts  

• Overview of transactional finance (AP/AR) 

• Support monthly, quarterly, and annual forecasting and budgeting processes 

• Prepare and deliver monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports with variance analysis 

• Develop and implement process improvements, including automation and KPI development 

• Communicate financial results, forecasts, and potential risks to leadership 

Requirements

• Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA)  

• Experience in Industry – preferably at a SME/start-up 

• Strong experience in financial management, budgeting and cash flow forecasting    

• Proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, financial management systems and software – Xero or an equivalent preferable.  

• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail 

• Have the ability to work independently and as part of a team 

• Strong communication and business partnering skills.