Finance Manager

Our client is looking for a committed, organised and dedicated part time Finance Manager. Does this sound like you

The important role will involve:

• Managing the general day-to-day finances of the agency
• Implementing robust financial control procedures, systems and processes, regularly reviewing them for enhancements
• Preparing monthly financial reports
• Responsible for account preparation, sales and purchase ledgers, reconciliations, VAT returns and managing cash flow
• Working closely with the CEO to generate forecasts of predicted growth allowing our client to plan and budget accordingly
• Preparation of year end accounts and liaising with an external accountant
• Posting purchase invoices and matching with PO numbers
• Producing and sending out sales invoices within the agreed timescales
• Chasing clients with late payments and credit control
• Raising and posting month end journals
• Assisting clients with any invoice queries
• Working closely with the wider teams to ensure that all projects are invoiced on schedule and all systems (including HubSpot, Sage and Xero) are regularly updated and accurate
• Working across all departments ensuring effective and efficient lines of communication are delivered to all team members

You’ll need to have:

• An AAT qualification or degree in finance/accounting (equivalent relevant experience may be considered)
• Previous experience within finance, bookkeeping or accounting roles
• Experience with double entry bookkeeping
• Excellent, confident, and accurate communication skills both oral and written

Other important things to have for this role:

• Experience using Xero and Sage. HubSpot would be advantageous but not essential
• A strong set of personal values – our client is proud to be people-first and their values are extremely important to them. Yours should be to you, too
• People skills – you love to listen, lead, and inspire those working with you, and importantly, be inspired by them
• A commitment to ongoing development. You love to receive feedback, constantly learn, develop, and improve your skills
• Passion, commitment, and dedication to your craft and a can-do attitude
• A cool, calm, and considered working style. You work well under pressure and to tight deadlines. You relish the energy that comes with being a busy professional

What’s in for you:

Our client is a people-led business and it's important to them that they look after and support their growing team. They do this by offering benefits including:

• Full office closure over Christmas and New Year
• Weekly learning and development time
• Professional development and training opportunities
• Mental health and wellbeing support
• Use of office bikes
• Team social events (our client loves their food and drink)

If you’re interested in applying, send an up to date CV now to be immediately considered.