Finance Manager

Finance Manager

• Annual Salary: £45,000 - £52,000
• Location: Reigate
• Job Type: Hybrid (3 days in the office)

We are looking for a Finance Manager to join our team and play a pivotal role in driving business performance and aligning financial strategies with the organisation’s goals and core values. This role involves working closely with the Financial Controller and managing the Purchase Ledger and Finance Assistant roles. The ideal candidate will be responsible for delivering a full spectrum of finance functionality, reporting, and forecasting.

Day-to-day of the role:

• Prepare income and expenditure reports and monitor spend against budget.
• Analyse financial information to drive understanding and action.
• Provide clear financial information, advice, KPIs, and analysis to non-finance budget holders.
• Liaise regularly with Budget Holders, ensuring information is accessible and understandable.
• Input into the budget setting process and accurately reforecast on a monthly basis.
• Build and maintain relationships with stakeholders and ensure efficient communication.
• Identify and implement process and system improvements.
• Manage and develop the Purchase Ledger and Finance Assistant roles.
• Support payroll functionality and improve policies and systems to meet organisational objectives.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Proven experience in financial oversight, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Strong budget management skills, including monitoring expenditure and implementing cost-saving measures.
• Ability to prepare and present financial reports.
• Experience in team leadership, supervising, and mentoring finance staff.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement skills, providing financial insights and support.
• Knowledge of cash flow management and forecasting.
• Experience coordinating with external auditors and addressing audit findings.
• Skills in process improvement and implementing financial policies and controls.
• Familiarity with insurance matters and payroll support.
• Experience in financial planning, accounting operations, and risk management.
• Proficiency in tax compliance and investment management.
• Strong staff management skills, including recruitment, training, and performance management.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary range of £45k - £52k per annum.
• Hybrid working model, allowing up to 3 days of work from home.
• Opportunities for professional development and growth within the organisation.
• A supportive and inclusive work environment.