This role is Chester based, in applying for this role you must reside in the Chester or surrounding area, as you will be required on site at least 4 days a week, we also require proof of right to work in the UK when apply for this role.

RotheramCarrington Financial Recruitment are exclusively working with a growing B2B service business based in the Chester area who are recruiting for a qualified 'HandsOn' Finance Manager This business has grown rapidly over the past 5 years, so it is an exciting time to join this business as they travel on their journey of growth. This business is currently turning over in the region of £7.5m with robust plans for continued growth. This role would suit someone who is on a trajectory path in their career, could be a 1st Move from practice who has worked at Accounts/Audit Manager level, or someone who is looking to step up into a Finance Manager role, or simply is looking for a new challenge. This role reports into the Finance Director and will support the day-to-day running of the finance function as the business looks to grow in the coming years.

Reporting into the Finance Director and managing a small team, this role will ensure the day-to-day running of the finance function, overseeing a wide variety of tasks such as:

Prepare monthly management accounts and balance sheet reconciliations, journals, prepayments to P&L
Monitoring and report on variances across budgets
Oversee cost control processes and identify opportunities for savings
Ensure compliance with accounting standards
Lead and develop small team (finance assistant), providing mentoring and developing
Manage project costs
Financial analysis of overheads and costs
Maintain fixed asset register
Prepare monthly VAT returns
Administer payroll for employees
Prepare year-end packs and liaise with external auditors
Ad hoc project work using Excel, possible M&A activities

Experience/Qualifications

CIMA/ACCA/ACA Qualified
Background from a dynamic SME environment as this will be a 'handson' all round finance role
Agile in dealing with different situations as and when they arise, have good attention to detail and be able to solve problems.
Excellent communication skills, as you will be liaising across all departments with all level of stakeholders
Strong Excel and analytical skills
Thriving to always make improvements, looking at more efficient ways to enhance a growing business
Finance System Used: Sage 50, with view to upgrading as the business grows

What's On Offer

£50,000 to £60,000 per annum
Chester based, fabulous offices in Chester City Centre
Ideally this role is full-time, but would consider someone looking for 4 days per week
Competitive benefits

If you would like to hear more about this Finance Manager role working for a dynamic SME based in Chester, we'd be delighted to hear from you, please apply.