Assistant Finance Manager Up to £35,000 per annum Barnsley, South Yorkshire Elevation Accountancy and Finance are delighted to be working with a fantastic business in the Barnsley area as they look to recruit an Assistant Finance Manager into their team on a full time, permanent basis.Key Responsibilities: 

• Oversee daily operations of the transactional finance team, ensuring each team member understands their responsibilities and meets key performance targets
• Supervise the accuracy and reliability of sales ledger, purchase ledger, and payroll data across all financial systems
• Serve as the main point of contact between the finance team and other departments, fostering strong communication and collaborative relationships
• Regularly evaluate finance systems and workflows, recommending and implementing improvements to boost efficiency and data accuracy
• Ensure smooth operation of IT systems within the finance team, promptly addressing any technical issues
• Prepare and deliver monthly financial reports, including key metrics and account reconciliations, for review by senior leadership
• Ensure compliance with statutory requirements for sales, cost, and payroll management, maintaining accurate records and controls

Skills & Qualifications Required:

• Previous proven experience within a finance team, with strong proficiency in Sage
• Demonstrated ability to lead, inspire, and guide a team to meet targets and maintain high performance
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills, with a focus on delivering excellent service to internal stakeholders
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, and expertise in managing large volumes of data
• Experience in managing and optimising financial systems and procedures

What's On Offer: 

• 24 days holiday + bank holidays 
• Group wide incentives and discounts 
• Free on site parking