Finance Office Manager

An excellent opportunity for a Finance Office Manager to join a well-established company

Job Type: Fixed Terms 12-14 months.

Salary: Competitive Salary, Depending on Experience.

Location: Newark, NG24.

About The Company:

Since being established in 1984, they have grown to become the UKs market leadinggateandbarriercompany and has cemented a legacy that is synonymous with quality, reliability and service.

The company ethos has always been to put the client first. Engaging with their clients and using their wealth ofemployee experienceand expertise to deliver a first-class product every time.

About The Role:

Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer, you will lead a small Finance Team comprising two Purchase Ledger Clerks, a Credit Controller, and a Management Accountant.

In this role, you will oversee Newgates day-to-day financial operations, expenses, stakeholder pensions, payroll and the preparation of all associated HMRC statutory reports and submissions. Your responsibilities will also include overseeing petty cash and expense payments, alongside supporting the Management Accountant with budgeting, forecasting, and accurate financial reporting.

As a key member of the management team, the Finance Office Manager plays a vital role in supporting and improving financial processes in all areas of the organisation.

Job Duties

Team Management: management of a small team, including recruitment, motivation, performance management, coaching & development

Process Improvements: work with the wider business to initiate and implement changes to processes and systems as required

Payroll & Expenses: prepare 4-weekly payroll including stakeholder pensions & preparation of all associated HMRC statutory reports & submissions

Oversee the work of the Credit Controller

Purchase Ledger: oversee work of two purchase ledger members of staff

Insurance: responsible for business insurance queries and (if required) claims

Audits: working with external bodies with audit work including year-end reports

VAT: preparing VAT returns and other tax work

Support and manage the Assistant Management Accountant with the preparation of monthly management accounts for submission to external accounts for review & completion

Skills, Knowledge and Behaviours

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• Have proven experience of managing/developing a team
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• Hold a recognised accountancy qualification (CIMA/ACCA/ACA)
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• Some Payroll experience
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• Microsoft Office (advanced Excel skills)
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• Experience of working with Sage (ideally Sage 200)
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• Excellent attention to detail
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• Clear communication style with the ability to partner with all levels of the business
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• Ability to work in a pressured environment
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• Good understanding of relevant legislation, regulations and standards
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HEALTH & SAFETY RESPONSIBILITIES

Section 7 HASAWA 1974

Employees legal duties under Health & Safety at work act 1974 states that all employees should take reasonable care of themself and of other persons who may be affected by acts or omissions at work.

Every employee shall co-operate with their employer in relation to any health and safety issues.

Section 8 HASAWA 1974

No person shall intentionally or recklessly interfere with or misuse anything provided in the interest of health, safety and welfare

If you feel that you have the relative skills/attributes to fulfil this role then please apply now for immediate consideration.

The employer fully supports Equality in Employment. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit and business need.

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