Finance Manager

Orka Financial is working with a growing services business based in Middlesex to recruit a Divisional Finance Manager. This is a great opportunity for a qualified (ACCA,ACA,CIMA) finance candidate who enjoys working closely with commercial and operational stakeholders guiding the decision making of their business area. Alongside the more commercial activities this role will also manage a small team and remain hands on with some core accounting areas.

Responsibilities:

o Oversee timely and accurate period close results, including preparation of monthly/quarterly management accounts, associated reports to stakeholders and thorough review of all balance sheet reconciliations
o Prepare annual revenue and capital budget models, analysis and reports for Senior Management Team and Budget holders
o Monitor financial progress against targets and provide timely updates to stakeholders through regular forecasting, and monthly finance reviews
o Develop and monitor internal cost centre accounting, and prepare analysis of variances between budgets and actual results
o Assist in ensuring that all internal control measures are implemented and communicated to all appropriate staff. Assist in the risk management process within the department and in the promotion of risk management throughout the group
o Review the performance of line managed staff on an on-going basis and provide guidance and support where required
o Take such action as may be necessary in disciplinary matters in accordance with the procedures of the Group
o Liaise with Group Finance, HR, Payroll and other central departments
o Manage, mentor, and motivate the finance team within your department
o Contribute toward group efficiency projects/initiatives
o Develop and supervise the implementation of internal financial accounting, monitoring, and reporting systems
o Support intercompany reconciliation and reporting within group and wider company
o Support preparation and communication of cashflow projections
o Support collation and submission of VAT returns
o Assist in preparing and submitting all internal and external monitoring returns to the relevant body or agencies

Profile:

• Fully qualified ACCA / ACA / CIMA or equivalent

• Experience in similar management role(s) involving line management of staff

• Be an articulate, team player with the ability to communicate confidently with junior and senior finance and operational personnel alike

• Strong IT skills, including Excel, a can-do attitude to learning new systems

• Experience of working within a professional environment

• A friendly customer-focused attitude

Salary:

£65,000 - £75,000 + benefits