Finance Operations Manager

Your new company

For over 55 years, Fraser Technologies has been delivering chemical solutions to UK manufacturing within the electronics, engineering, automotive, medical and aerospace industries. We specialise in component cleaning, soldering and the supply and support of speciality fluids - both aqueous and fluorinated solvents - for many applications, including carrier fluid for adhesives, aerosols, deposition and heat transfer. As an independent company, we specify and supply both the chemicals and production equipment to offer best-in-class, economic and environmentally friendly solutions backed up with support by our technical team, and a fully equipped trial and demonstration facility.

Your new role
This is a varied role which requires a candidate that is able to work independently and dynamically depending on the needs of the business. Please see below for a list of key responsibilities.

Accounts & Banking:

• Manage staff expenses, ensuring timely and accurate payments.
• Post expenses to the correct chart of accounts.
• Prepare and submit quarterly sales commission figures.
• Close Year-End with external accountants' support.
• Manage daily bank summaries and reconcile accounts weekly.
• Publish and import price lists into Sage Professional.

Management Accounts & Tax Compliance:

• Prepare monthly management accounts.
• Submit annual P11Ds information.
• Ensure compliance with taxation and legislative requirements.
• Prepare and submit quarterly VAT returns for UK and EU transactions.
• Submit monthly EU sales listings.

Sales Ledger:

• Manage the sales ledger and issue invoices.
• Conduct monthly sales ledger reviews.
• Issue Certificates of Conformity.

Credit Control:

• Chase overdue debtors and update Sage 50 Cloud Accounts.
• Process credit applications and verify company information.
• Send monthly customer statements and follow up on overdue accounts.
• Open new customer accounts and escalate problematic accounts.

Purchasing & Purchase Ledger:

• Handle non-stock purchase orders.
• Monitor and maintain stationery inventory.
• Oversee utility contracts.
• Cross-check purchase invoices and prepare monthly payment runs.
• Reconcile supplier statements and review the purchase ledger regularly.

What you'll need to succeed

• AAT qualification or equivalent.
• Experience in preparing and reviewing management accounts and tax returns.
• Knowledge of UK and EU VAT regulations.
• Proven experience in a finance or accounts role, with strong understanding of banking, expense management, VAT, and tax compliance.
• Familiarity with Sage Professional and other accounting software.
• Excellent attention to detail and strong organisational skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks efficiently.
• Strong communication skills to liaise with internal teams and external accountants.
• Ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure, particularly during month-end and year-end periods.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement.

What you'll get in return

• 20 Days Holiday (Pro-rata) + Bank Holidays.
• Flexible and Hybrid working arrangements to fit around your schedule

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