Finance and Business Support Manager

Finance and Business Support Manager
Hybrid – ideally minimum of 2 days per month in Basingstoke HQ
Full time, permanent
Salary – £40k P/A

‘World’s first Human Parity Performance AI Assistant”

Our client, ICS.AI Ltd, is the UK’s leading provider of Artificial Intelligence Transformation services for the public sector - seamlessly connecting users with organisations. Proudly partnered with Microsoft, they are mirroring excellence of Conversational AI Assistants with over 90% of accuracy, enabling businesses to make an impact in the new reality.

In the era of Generative AI and Copilot technology and due to rapid growth, they are now seeking a

Finance and Business Support Manager

to join their dynamic and fast paced AI business. Responsible for both financial and broader business support areas, you will maintain company’s financial health and operational efficiency and wear multiple hats - engaging in diverse tasks that span financial management, HR, and office administration.

Finance and Business Support Manager , the role:

Handling all aspects of financial transactions – accounts payable and receivable as well as general ledger
Ensuring accurate and timely reconciliation of all balance sheet control accounts (including bank accounts)
Producing detailed monthly management accounts and other necessary financial analysis and reports
Processing Payroll and looking after employee expenses
Overseeing cash flow and working capital
Maintaining compliance with financial and regulatory standards and sustaining stringent internal controls and adherence to recognised accounting standards and principles to safeguard financial integrity
Managing HR functions – recruitment, onboarding processes, employee benefits and policy management, queries and issues (supported by external agencies)
Leading compliance with essential training and statutory requirements for all personnel
Supporting business and office management functions

Finance and Business Support Manager , the person:

Minimum Level 4 AAT qualification or equivalent
Working knowledge of accounting in a project/contract-based environment, specifically revenue and profit recognition and timings of cashflow
Extensive experience in managing financial roles within a small to medium-sized enterprise
Solid understanding of accounting principles and practices, especially double-entry bookkeeping
Proficient with Xero and Microsoft Excel
Exceptional analytical, organisational and communication skills
Adaptable – capable to manage multiple priorities effectively under pressure
Experience in a multi-role capacity within a small business environment and background in HR function management would be beneficial

Finance and Business Support Manager , the benefits:

Competitive Salary
25 days Annual Leave plus Bank Holidays
Private medical cover (Vitality)
£100 p/m work from home allowance
Flexible and remote working options
Enhanced pension scheme (5% employer contribution)
Quarterly company events

Pure Human Resources Limited works in partnership with ICS.AI Ltd in providing Recruitment support. No applications from agencies please.