Finance Manager

• Support and coordinate the month end close process, ensuring timely and accurate reporting in line with group deadlines
• Prepare detailed variance analysis on overheads (Operations, Insurance and Facilities) for inclusion into the monthly Board pack
• Produce high‑quality balance sheet reconciliations and maintain robust supporting documentation. Review those reconciliations prepared by the direct report
• Ensure the accuracy and completeness of all accounting ledgers
• Prepare and circulate monthly management accounts information
• Maintain fixed asset register of the company in regard to capital expenditure, depreciation and disposals
• Lead on month end stock valuation reporting, ensuring accuracy and completeness
• Monitor stock movements, provision and obsolescence providing insight into trends and risks
• Perform gross profit margin analysis on key suppliers
• Support with short-term cash flow forecasts, ensuring visibility of liquidity across the group
• Monitor actual cash performance against forecasts and provide variance analysis
• Collaborate with stakeholders to improve forecasting accuracy and cash management processes
• Support with the tracking of our FX forward trade
• Assist in year end audit delivery and coordinating deliverables. Liaise with external auditors and ensure timely resolution of audit queries
• Coordinate all company insurance policies, ensuring appropriate coverage across the business
• Track renewals, claims, and compliance requirements, ensuring timely updates and cost control
• Drive continuous improvement in financial reporting processes and systems
• Support implementation of new tools, automation, and best practices
• Ensure data integrity across financial systems

• Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or equivalent)
• Strong experience in financial reporting and month-end close processes
• Strong balance sheet management
• Experience with stock/inventory accounting and valuation methodologies
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex financial data
• Excellent attention to detail and high level of accuracy
• Advanced Excel skills and familiarity with financial systems/ERP platforms

Systems – Intact IQ

• Company pension
• annual performance bonus
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays (and increasing with service)
• staff discount
• staff social events
• access to Health Assured EAP