Objective:
Oversee and manage all financial activities for the Group during the interim period. To manage and coordinate the finance team and ensure compliance with FCA regulations, timely financial reporting, and effective business support.
Key Responsibilities:
Financial Management & Reporting
- Manage all financial transactions for the Group.
- Prepare monthly Profit & Loss statements and provide financial insights.
- Manage the month-end process for Group and subsidiaries.
- Oversee VAT returns and assist with FCA returns.
- Provide regular cash balance summaries and monitor cash flow.
- Prepare year-end audit packs and assist in statutory accounts preparation.
Business Support & Analysis
- Conduct ad-hoc financial analysis to support management decisions.
- Provide financial assessments for business initiatives, including tendering and acquisitions.
- Assist in annual budget preparation.
- Support preparation of financial elements of tenders and business plans.
Payments & Reconciliation
- Authorise payments to insurers, suppliers, and service providers.
- Oversee credit control and manage introduce payments.
- Reconcile client and company bank accounts.
- Ensure accurate settlement in line with insurer agreements.
Audit & Compliance
- Liaise with auditors, accountants, and bankers.
- Ensure financial processes align with guidelines.
- Maintain confidentiality of sensitive financial data.
Staff Management
- Supervise and mentor Finance Assistants and Clerks.
- Ensure team productivity and adherence to financial protocols.
About You:
- Proven experience in a similar role, ideally within the financial services industry.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Advanced Excel skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritise effectively
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