Finance Manager

• Annual Salary: £45,000 - £50,000
• Location: Basildon
• Job Type: Full-time

We are seeking a management accountant to play a crucial operational role within our organisation. This position involves overseeing end-to-end finance operations, including budgeting, cash flow management, and ensuring financial accuracy and regulatory compliance to support business performance.

• Financial Operations & Accuracy:

  • Oversee balance sheet reconciliations, accruals, prepayments, and financial reporting to ensure accurate financial records.
  • Manage payroll processing in compliance with HMRC regulations.
  • Handle VAT returns, tax filings, and ensure adherence to financial regulations.
  • Maintain control over the sales ledger and purchase ledger to ensure accuracy and timeliness in financial transactions.

• Cash Flow & Financial Planning:

  • Monitor and manage working capital to optimise cash flow and ensure sufficient liquidity for operations.
  • Assist in preparing accurate budgets and financial forecasts to aid strategic decision-making.

• Risk & Compliance Management:

  • Lead internal and external audit processes, acting as the key point of contact to ensure financial integrity.
  • Implement controls to identify and mitigate financial risks, preventing errors, fraud, or non-compliance.

• Process Improvement & Efficiency:

  • Streamline accounting, reporting, and reconciliation practices to enhance financial processes.
  • Develop robust financial controls to maintain accuracy and compliance.

• ACA, ACCA, CIMA Qualified (or Finalist), or AAT Qualified with sufficient experience.
• Strong knowledge of UK GAAP, IFRS, and HMRC compliance.
• Proficient with finance software, preferably Sage.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in finance, ideally within SMEs with a turnover of £5M-£10M.
• Expertise in budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, VAT, payroll, and financial reporting.
• Excellent stakeholder management skills, capable of working closely with CEOs and directors.
• Proven track record of improving financial processes and systems.

• Competitive salary package.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• Engaging work environment that values integrity, teamwork, and communication.

To be considered, please apply today!