Finance Manager- -ACCA Qualified

FINANCE MANAGER - ACCA QUALIFIED

Job Summary:

We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Finance Manager to take ownership of key financial processes, lead a growing team, and provide insightful financial reporting across the business. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in management accounts, financial control, and team leadership.

Key Responsibilities:

• Monthly Financial Reporting:
  • Prepare and analyse monthly Cost Centre P&L and Balance Sheet reports.
  • Review depot-level expenditure and provide insights for management.
  • Attend monthly management meetings with detailed financial commentary and variance analysis.
• Financial Control & Oversight:
  • Create and maintain schedules for accruals, prepayments, HP interest, and depreciation.
  • Ensure accurate month-end close processes.
• Cashflow & Budgeting:
  • Manage company cashflow, oversee payment schedules, and ensure appropriate liquidity levels.
  • Support the design and implementation of the company budget and eventually build robust cashflow forecasting models.
• Team Management:
  • Lead and develop a finance team including:
    
    • 2 x Assistant Management Accountants
    • 3 x Accounts Apprentices
    • 1 x Payroll Administrator
    • 1 x Credit Controller
  • Oversee daily finance operations and support team development.
• Stakeholder Communication:
  • Act as the first point of contact for all finance-related queries from internal departments and external stakeholders.
  • Liaise with department heads to ensure clarity on budgets and performance.
• Audit & Compliance:
  • Manage and coordinate year-end audit preparation, ensuring timely and accurate responses to auditor requests.
  • Maintain high standards of financial accuracy, compliance, and integrity.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Qualified (e.g. ACCA, ACA)
• Proven experience in a similar Finance or Senior Management Accounting role
• Strong understanding of management accounting principles and financial controls
• Experience managing or mentoring a team
• Excellent Excel skills; experience with accounting software (Sage Intacct a big bonus)

Skills & Attributes:

• Analytical mindset with attention to detail
• Strong communication skills with the ability to explain financial information clearly
• Organised, proactive, and able to work independently
• Able to manage multiple priorities and deadlines effectively
• Comfortable working in a dynamic and growing business environment