A rare opportunity arises for an experienced Finance Manager to join our growing company. A role that entitles the holder to autonomy and ownership of this small company’s accounts, including supportive self-development to further knowledge and experience.
The role is for a Finance Administrator coordinating the day-to-day activities in a busy Electrical Engineering Consultancy and Training business, working in a small office with a tightknit team supervised by the Managing Director. Our work environment is a relaxed atmosphere with a friendly and supportive team.
Summary
The Finance Manager is responsible for:
- Assisting with day-to-day financial operations of the business, liaising with the management team.
- Maintaining records for all transactions including accounts payable and receivable, reconciling bank accounts, processing payroll and preparing financial statements.
- Liaising with the Board of Directors and preparing monthly and quarterly financial reports, assisting with budgeting, forecasting and auditing and liaising with internal company departments.
Roles & Responsibilities
- Manage accounts payable and receivable, and all transactions involved.
- Prepare and process invoices, payments, and other financial documents
- Credit Control using both written and verbal communication, providing customer service and support
- Monitor and reconcile bank, PDQ transactions and credit card accounts
- Preparation of vat returns, payment of corporation tax and PAYE.
- Processing and reconciliation of expenses and reimbursements for employees, including car mileage claims.
- Participate in payroll processes, providing information to the accountant to assist with payroll and P11D
- Identify and address account discrepancies.
- Be involved in the development and implementation of internal process controls with the team
- Assist with audits and other financial reviews
- Analyse financial data and prepare financial reports
- Prepare budgets, forecasts, and other financial projections with the Managing Director
- Report on financial projections (e.g. liquidity and cash flow)
- Management of Customer online portals for uploading of invoices / payments etc.
Requirements & Skills
- Ideally AAT Qualified with proven work experience as a Finance Administrator, Finance Assistant or similar role
- Hands-on experience with accounting software – ESUK uses Sage 50 Accounts
- Advanced knowledge of MS Excel (creating spreadsheets and charts and using financial Excel functions)
- Good understanding of bookkeeping procedures
- Time management and organization skills
- Confidentiality
Personal Development
- Well Organised and have a high level of attention to detail.
- Excellent Communication Skills and strong customer focus.
- High energy and enthusiasm and be a strong team player.
- Keep ahead with Personal Development – Update job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading professional publications; maintaining personal networks; participating in professional organisations.