We are looking for a Finance Manager who can motivate and lead the finance team. This person should be capable of providing clear direction and guidance for a varied skill level team. A successful candidate will be able to delegate effectively and identify training gaps within the team.

This person will be ultimately responsible for ensuring that the Finance team follow a best practice approach following a high standard of accuracy. Providing clear communication with the key stakeholders is a vital part of this position and requires a confident individual.

Key responsibilities:

Preparation of monthly management accounts including supporting reconciliations
Review control accounts reconciliations on a rolling basis to aid year end accounting including extract and checks on profit and loss analysis
Oversee bank reconciliations
Monitor the completion and production of sales and purchase ledger providing authorisation
Assist with the preparation of year end accounts, including the provision of support and assistance during the annual audit ensuring it is delivered in a timely and effective manner
Authorise bank payments and overheads
Day to day cash flow management
Manage the annual budget process
Submission of monthly/quarterly returns to HMRC
Provide reports and updates to the management team
Complete monthly 1-2-1's and annual Performance Development Reviews with the team to support development and identify areas for improvements
Identify and report any risk identified in a timely manner to the Senior Management
Negotiation of company insurances
What we are looking for:

AAT / ACCA / CIMA or equivalent
Knowledge of Access Dimensions would be beneficial
Experienced in management of an accounts team / department
Advanced experience using excel and reporting
Experience / knowledge of payroll
Experienced in daily, weekly, monthly and annual accounting
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
What's on offer:

Starting salary up to £48,000 dependent upon experience
Flexible shift options dependant on team cover - offering an excellent work/life balance
Dress code smart/casual, dress down Friday in the office
25 days holiday plus bank holidays
Structured Company Bonus
BUPA health care
Regular social events such as Yoga on a Tuesday
A beautiful, rural office location
Interested?

Register your interest by applying today or call Richard (phone number removed) to discuss this opportunity further, always in complete confidence. You can also visit the Addington Ball website or follow us on twitter @AddingtonBall to see all our current vacancies, news and updates.

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