Finance Manager

Job Elements: -

• The role reports to the CEO to put all accounting procedures in place.
• To produce management accounts on a monthly basis with full back documents of a consistent nature.
• To work closely auditors once a year and to successfully gain approval for all accounting procedure in place.
• To research and assist with all accounting updates, laws and legislations and to ensure the smooth running of the company
• Do monthly payroll and complete year-end payroll procedures and Inland Revenue forms. Manage the payroll of overseas employees.
• Invoicing: ensuring relevant quotes, purchase orders and / or agreements correspond to invoice. Attend revenue delivery/ invoicing meetings
• Maintain and improve relevant internal systems to ensure useful management information and reports.
• Management of cash to ensure funds available when needed and try to obtain best options available for surplus funds to maximise return.
• Bank reconciliations; VAT returns; monthly journals accruals, prepayments and depreciation.
• Introduction and operation of financial procedures and improved accounts documentation
• Improve financial control systems and proactive reduction of costs.
• Prepare interim and annual financial reports and statutory statements. Organise annual audit with accountants.
• Coordination of company insurance policies and liaising with brokers on insurance issues.
• Responsible for computerised accounting systems.

The ideal candidate will have:

• ACCA or qualified by experience
• 10+ years accounts experience gained within a commercial environment
• Experience of staff management an advantage
• Tax experience
• Advanced Knowledge of Microsoft Office including strong Excel skills
• Very sound technical accounting base Influencing and relationship management skills essential