Finance Manager
- Recruiter
- Harvey John
- Location
- Offham
- Posted
- 11 Aug 2018
- Closes
- 21 Aug 2018
- Job role
- Accountant
- Sector
- Accounting - Public practice
- Experience level
- Manager
Finance Manager
Lewes, East Sussex
Permanent, Full Time (35 hours per week)
Salary £35,000-40,000 per annum DOE
A reputable client, based in an idyllic rural setting in the Lewes area, is currently looking for a highly competent and experienced accounts professional to lead their finance function. This is an established organisation with a significant history in the area and close ties to the local community. They’re presently going through a phase of company development which will present many new and varied projects for this person to be involved in.
The role would suit a motivated self-starter who can manage their own workload effectively and who will drive departmental improvements and efficiencies. They will manage 2 individuals and have a close working relationship with the Managing Director as part of the senior management team. This attractive role offers a supportive and collaborative team environment alongside the opportunity to really add value and make business impact within a professional office atmosphere with beautiful surroundings.
Overview of Duties:
- Oversee the entirety of the company’s bookkeeping function with support from the finance team
- Prepare and present monthly management accounts with analysis and recommendations
- Creation of detailed income and expenditure budgets
- Prepare performance reports for internal and external stakeholders including assisting in the development of new MI reports
- Prepare payroll information for outsourced payroll bureau and oversee company pension scheme
- Monitor and control of debtors
- Driving cost control and cost saving activities
- Production of Year End information for external Accountants
- Quarterly VAT returns
- Effective management and development of finance staff
- Identify and implement improvements within the finance function
Candidate requirements:
- AAT qualified
- Significant experience at the Finance Manager level incorporating the above listed duties
- Sound IT skills including a good intermediate level of Excel
- Experience of managing staff
- Excellent communication skills, high level of professionalism, and the ability to effectively present at Director level
- A pro-active and committed attitude towards their work
- Someone driven by success and looking to make their mark in a varied and exciting business
- Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail
- Own transport
This role will interview early September but applicants will be reviewed and shortlisted in advance.
Please apply via website or contact Georgina at Harvey John for more information.