Searley Owen

We are looking for a Finance Manager / Head of Finance to support a manufacturing client based in Maldon. This is a 1 year fixed term contract to cover maternity leave. This is a hands-on finance position, taking on day to day responsibility for the finance department. Working in a close nit, supportive and competent finance team, you will lead P&L, BS, Budgets, Forecasts and Cashflow. Essential Functions / Key Focus Areas Day to day responsibility of the finance department including accounts payable and receivable Invoicing processing, commission reporting and payment, fixed assets to include depreciation and amortisation, accruals and prepayments, balance sheet, reconciliations and cash management including petty cash Full accountability for P&L, BS, Budgets, Forecasts and Cashflow VAT return and group analysis monthly Monthly management accounts and sales reporting forecast Analysing expected margins, financial variances, and financial modelling Producing well-presented, comprehensive, and easy to read reports in Excel Work with payroll ensuring that the monthly payrolls are processed accurately Keeping the PAYE/NIC contribution records up to date and accurate Working with department heads, in the production of annual departmental budgets and quarterly forecasting. Ensure external and internal audit communications are rolled out efficiently Key Skills, Knowledge and Experience Previous experience working as a Management Accountant, Head of Finance, or Finance Management role. Chartered accounting qualification, such as ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CIPA, equivalent recognised qualification, or level of experience. Ability to instil a sense of urgency to ensure that all activities are completed on schedule and budget Ability to work with a high sense of trust and integrity Experience applying accounting standards and principles, legislation, and financial management. Ability to work independently and manage projects with minimum supervision. Demonstrate expertise in review, interpretation, and analysis of accounting information. Pay, Benefits & Working hours Basic salary of 50,000 per annum 4 days per week in the office, 1 from home. Private Health care Salary Sacrifice Pension Scheme Death in service (4 times basic salary) Attractive office locations, with free on-site parking 25 days holiday per annum, plus bank holiday