Finance Manager

Formally known as BCF Technology and ECM (Echo Control Medical), IMV imaging is the dedicated veterinary imaging department of IMV Technologies. We are world leaders in veterinary imaging including ultrasound, X-ray, digital image management (PACS), CT and MRI.

We have a true dedication to our staff, recognised with Investors in People Platinum status.

Job purpose/ key responsibilities

We are currently recruiting for a Finance Manager. You will have experience in a similar role and will be joining a highly motivated and dynamic team based in Bellshill.

We are a proactively focussed and exciting team with a high work ethic - you must be willing to go the extra mile. In reward, we keep a relaxed working environment and focus on our internal culture and rewarding our people.

Reporting to the Imaging Business Finance and Support Director, the Finance Manager will play a critical role in both the day to day operations of the finance team and the monthly reporting schedule. 

Key accountabilities

• Reporting to the Imaging Business Finance and Support Director, the Finance Manager will play a critical role in both the day to day operations of the finance team and the monthly reporting schedule. 
• Lead, motivate and support the current finance team; direct management of 3 team members. 
• Manage the operational cashflow including preparation of bi-weekly cashflow report. 
• Drive continuous improvement in the finance operations, identifying process efficiencies and implementing change. 
• Overall responsibility for the monthly and year end close process. 
• Balance sheet reconciliations including intercompany. 
• Responsible for recording monthly journals including accruals and prepayments. 
• Responsible for the submission of the monthly statutory reporting into the parent company's reporting system. 
• Preparation and submission of VAT and other returns as required. 
• Managing statutory audits and liaise with the auditors accordingly. 
• Working with external advisors to ensure compliance with statutory accounting and tax regulations. 

Skills and Knowledge

• Strong communication skills; ability to engage with non-finance colleagues about financial topics; ability to use tact, skill and diplomacy as and when required 
• Excellent IT skills including excel  
• Previous knowledge of ERP accounting package is essential; knowledge of SAP B1 is desirable. 
• Good technical knowledge of accounting practices and policies 
• Ability to analyse data and procedures and to recommend improvements. 
• Knowledge of UK VAT; previous experience of international VAT desirable. 

Education/ experience

• Qualified ACCA or QBE  
• Previous experience in a multi-national business is desirable but other experience would be considered. 
• Previous management and leadership experience essential. 
• Previous experience owning and developing the processes within a finance function is desirable. 
• Demonstrable experience of working in management accounting or financial management.  

Competencies/ key characteristics

• Decisive; Makes decisions in a positive and timely manner. 
• Stays on top of priorities; focused and disciplined approach to managing own time. 
• Prioritises effectively; is not solely focused on urgent operational priorities. Makes adequate time for planning and other important but non-urgent activities which drive long-term improvement and growth. 
• A team player with the ability to use their own initiative.