Finance Manager

Harvey John

Posted 2 days ago, valid for a day

Littlehampton, West Sussex BN17 6GY, England

Full Time

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Sonic Summary

A highly successful SME in the manufacturing sector is seeking a Finance Manager for a 12-month maternity cover contract in Littlehampton.
The position requires a candidate with at least 5 years of experience in a finance role, preferably from an SME Finance or Accounts Manager background.
The successful candidate will report to the Managing Director & CEO and will handle various finance tasks, including bookkeeping, management accounts, and compliance.
Experience with Sage 50 is advantageous, but training can be provided for those without it, and the role involves both hands-on and administrative support tasks.
The salary for this position is competitive, reflecting the candidate's experience and skills, and the company is entering an exciting phase of operational growth.

Finance Manager

12 Month Maternity Cover Contract

Littlehampton

Highly successful SME client in the manufacturing sector is requiring a contract Finance Manager to cover a 12 month maternity leave. The individual is due to go on leave early May but they’re keen for a smooth and thorough handover so looking at a March - April start.

The successful candidate will report directly to the Managing Director & CEO and help them steer the company during the 12 month period. This is a standalone finance position but there is administrative support from other functions and cross-over in others roles (eg payroll processing). This would suit someone experienced and confident in their own technical abilities who is also hands-on and won’t mind some of the more junior / mundane tasks required from a standalone role. Someone from a SME Finance / Accounts Manager background who can work autonomously with a great degree of accuracy and efficiency. A background in manufacturing and Sage 50 would also be advantageous but can be taught.

This is a fantastic team of dedicated and enthusiastic staff who really care about the success and reputation of this long-standing business. They’re currently entering a period of business reinvestment with exciting operational growth plans afoot. This is supported by healthy sales over recent years and ever-increasing customer enquiries. There is a notable sense of excitement and positivity across the organisation.

Job spec available on request and will encompass bookkeeping, management accounts, compliance, year-end accounts, some HR admin and company secretarial duties. Sage 50 finance system.

Please apply via website or contact Georgina at Harvey John Ltd for more information.

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