Finance Manager

MaxAd 7188Finance ManagerWalton-on-Thames£40,000 - £45,000 + Hybrid Working + BenefitsIf youre an experienced Finance Manager who enjoys taking ownership, improving processes and ensuring every figure is accurate, this is an excellent opportunity to become a central and highly valued member of a successful, entrepreneurial business.Our client is an established IT hardware distributor and technology services provider with annual revenues of approximately £9 million. Supporting customers across the UK and Europe, the business operates at pace and has built an excellent reputation within its market.Working closely with the Board and an experienced Fractional CFO, youll take responsibility for the companys day-to-day finance function, bringing structure, accuracy and robust financial controls to the business.This is a genuinely hands-on position. Youll manage everything from transactional processing and reconciliations through to cash flow and monthly management accounts. There is no finance team to manage, so the role will suit an experienced all-rounder who takes pride in running a finance function properly and is equally comfortable processing invoices as they are presenting accurate financial information.Key ResponsibilitiesTake ownership of the day-to-day finance and administrative functionsPrepare accurate monthly management accounts using XeroManage purchase and sales ledger processingCheck supplier invoices against purchase orders and sales documentationEnsure changes in supplier costs are accurately reflected in customer invoicesComplete supplier statement, bank, credit card and expense reconciliationsPrepare supplier payment files for Director approvalEnsure sales invoices are issued correctly or uploaded to customer payment portalsManage invoice discounting uploads, reconciliations and reportingOversee credit control, customer remittances and debtor collectionMaintain weekly and monthly cash-flow forecastsProcess payroll, journals, VAT returns and associated HMRC reportingManage accruals, prepayments, fixed assets and depreciationReview gross margin reporting and investigate variances or anomaliesMaintain effective financial controls, audit trails, policies and proceduresSupport the preparation of annual accounts and act as a key contact for external accountants and tax advisersWork with the Fractional CFO to improve systems, processes and financial reportingSupport company insurance and other general business administration when requiredSkills & ExperiencePrevious experience managing the day-to-day finance function within an SMEA strong all-round accounting background, covering both transactional finance and management accountsConfident using Xero, with good Excel and wider systems skillsIdeally AAT qualified or qualified by experienceHighly accurate, organised and meticulous in your approachComfortable investigating discrepancies and challenging information where necessaryProactive, self-sufficient and willing to take full ownership of the finance functionAble to introduce and maintain effective processes and financial controlsConfident working closely with Directors and colleagues across the businessCommercially aware, practical and comfortable working within a fast-moving entrepreneurial environmentPrevious experience within IT distribution or technology is not requiredThis is a long-term opportunity to become the financial backbone of a friendly and ambitious business. Youll have the autonomy to run the function properly, the support of an experienced Fractional CFO and the opportunity to improve and further automate processes as the company continues to develop.The role offers hybrid working, with a minimum of three days each week based at the companys Walton-on-Thames office. Apply now!TPBN1_UKTJ