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Finance Manager – Permanent – Hybrid – Alton, Hampshire

Our client, a thriving small to medium-sized enterprise, is seeking a skilled Finance Manager to lead their financial operations. This is an excellent opportunity to make a significant impact on the company's growth and success. Working closely with the Leadership Team, you will play a crucial role in managing and improving the company’s financial health by overseeing budgeting, forecasting, reporting, and strategic planning. This position is responsible for ensuring accurate financial data, implementing cost controls, and guiding the team towards financial objectives. You will provide insights and recommendations to optimize performance and support business growth.

Benefits:

Salary £46,000-£56,000 (DOE / Qualification)

Hybrid (2 days in office, 3 days from home)

Increased holiday with tenure, plus your birthday off

Enhanced maternity and paternity leave

Health and wellbeing package

Team socials

Key Responsibilities:

1 Direct report – Part time Finance Administrator

Work closely with senior management to developing long-term and strategic business plans and organising new funding strategies

Provide financial insights to support decision-making and overall corporate strategy

Conduct detailed financial analysis to identify trends, variances, and opportunities for improvement

Payroll and pension administration

Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports, including P&L statements, balance sheets, and cash flow analysis within established accounting guidelines and deadlines

Monitor and manage the organisation’s cash flow, evaluating and mitigating financial risks related to it

Develop and implement cash management strategies to optimize working capital

Lead the budgeting process, ensuring alignment with company goals and objectives

Track and analyse expenditures, identify cost-saving opportunities, and implement measures to maintain budget adherence

Recommend budget adjustments based on performance metrics and strategic objectives

Understand, and application of all financial legislation, requirements, regulations, and HMRC compliance

Keeping abreast of all accounting practises, HMRC requirements changes, trends and initiatives

Maintaining compliance with PCI DSS and GDPR requirements where applicable

Keeping up to date with technological and accountancy software as well as changes in the finance sector

Build upon key relationships with the bank, invoice financing, and merchant institutions

Working with Brokers and the business to gather and review renewal information for corporate insurance arrangements

Uphold, maintain, and recommend financial policies and procedures for the company

Working closely with the Sales team to understand the financial health of prospective clients, discussing payment options based on credit checks carried out

Cost analysis including sales and operational

Responsible for initiating and managing debt recovery procedures where required

Completing quarterly VAT returns

Taxation planning in conjunction with company external accountant

Timely delivery of senior management reports and company dashboards

Streamline processes to increase efficiency and enhance data accuracy

Achievement of direct KPI’s, collaboration and participation on all indirect and interdependent senior team KPI’s

Compiling and issuing sales information in line with fee proposals and company accreditations

Daily bank reconciliation of income and expenses

Assist in preparation of other general correspondence, forms, reports, and documents

Continually invest in personal development as a senior member of the team

Managing a Finance Assistant, supporting them to complete sales and purchase invoicing, credit control and client queries

Establish clear objectives, set performance standards, and conduct regular performance reviews

Desirbale - Master’s degree in finance, business administration and economics

Qualified ACA/ACCA/CIMA, QBE or PQ

Eligible to work and live within the UK

Minimum of 5 years’ experience in financial management demonstrating strategic thinking and analytical skills

Secure financial acumen with an in depth understanding of the needs of the business

Experience with high level financial working; budgets, cost analysis, complex dashboards and finance reporting

Skills and Abilities:

Proven ability to interpret data and confidently make and influence sound decisions based on evidence

Advanced proficiency in financial software (e.g., Xero) and MS Excel.

Strong understanding of financial reporting and regulatory requirements

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Ability to work with other teams or individuals to resolve financial issues

Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and organisational skills

Excellent communication skills with the ability to explain financial concepts to non-financial stakeholders

Detail-oriented with a commitment to accuracy

Strong leadership and interpersonal skills

High ethical standards and integrity

Personable and enthusiastic in your approach

Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines

Reliable and committed team player, willing to help and support others where needed

People management experience, including 1-2-1’s, performance reviews and performance management

Experience working in a small to medium sized organisation through a period of growth

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