Job Title: Finance Manager

Location: Stoke on Trent
Hours: 36.25 hours per week, Monday to Friday (flexibility required during peak periods)

Salary & Benefits:

• £50,000 per annum
• Contributory pension scheme
• 25 days' holiday plus statutory leave

Job Overview:
Our client is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Finance Manager to take full responsibility for the financial management and reporting of their company. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in management accounts, budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis. The Finance Manager will be key in ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial data and will report directly to senior management.

Key Responsibilities:

• Management Accounts: Produce monthly management accounts that accurately reflect the trading status of the business, ensuring all data is accurate and delivered within the required time frames.
• Cash Flow Management: Prepare weekly cash flow forecasts and ensure effective management of cash resources across the company.
• Accruals & Prepayments: Ensure that accruals and prepayments are accurately maintained, reflecting upcoming or amortised costs.
• Team Management: Manage the finance department, ensuring the team adheres to financial processes and procedures to maintain smooth operations.
• Asset Management: Maintain and update the company's fixed asset register and hire purchase agreements, ensuring accuracy and compliance with accounting policies.
• Reporting & Analysis: Generate ad-hoc financial reports as required by senior management to assist in business decision-making and operational management.
• Budgeting & Forecasting: Assist in preparing detailed annual budgets, quarterly forecasts, and provide in-depth financial analysis to support business strategy and planning.
• Compliance & Tax: Oversee local tax returns, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and adherence to Group accounting policies.
• Year-End Reporting: Support the preparation of statutory accounts and provide year-end financial analysis to senior management.

Qualifications & Experience:

• A minimum of 5 years' experience in a senior finance role, ideally with a background in management accounts, financial reporting, and budgeting.
• Qualified accountant (CIMA, ACCA or equivalent) preferred, with strong financial analysis skills.
• Advanced IT literacy, particularly with spreadsheets and financial software.
• Proven experience in managing or leading a small team is advantageous.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across departments.

Personal Attributes:

• A proactive, self-starter with the ability to work independently and take initiative.
• A forward-thinking approach with a drive to improve internal processes and overall efficiency.

Additional Information:
The role requires flexibility, particularly during busy periods such as month-end, year-end, and budget preparation. The Finance Manager will work closely with operational teams and senior management to ensure financial data is accurately captured, reported, and analysed to help drive business performance.

APPLY NOW! For more information, please email Keeley@kpir.co.uk

Please note that due to the high volume of applications we receive, only those successfully shortlisted for the role will be personally contacted

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