- Oversee and manage the company’s accounting functions to ensure effective financial control and compliance.
- Supervise and collaborate with the Accounts Clerk, who is responsible for maintaining financial records, updating Sage software, and monitoring day-to-day financial transactions.
- Provide financial planning and strategic advice to the Chief Executive and Senior Management Team.
- Develop financial targets and budgets that align with the strategic objectives set by the Board.
- Assist project teams and managers with budgeting, financial planning, and project financial reporting.
- Prepare timely management reports, including management accounts, cash flow forecasts, restricted project expenditure reports, and other ad-hoc financial information as required.
- Manage company policies related to capital requirements, debt management, taxation, equity, and insurance.
- Oversee the treasury function, ensuring effective management of cash flow and financial resources.
- Liaise with auditors for the preparation and review of the annual accounts.
- Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements related to the company’s financial affairs.
- Foster a culture of financial best practices across all areas of the company, providing guidance and support to staff.
- A qualified member of a recognised accountancy body or equivalent experience in finance management.
- Flexible, self-motivated, and able to work independently with a proactive, solution-oriented approach.
- Strong communication, presentation, and influencing skills, with the ability to engage effectively with both financial and non-financial stakeholders.
- Proven experience as a finance manager, with a solid understanding of financial processes and reporting.
- Experience in managing costs and income, with a demonstrated ability to work effectively with small teams.
- Strong written, verbal, and presentation skills, with an ability to convey complex financial information clearly.
- Proficient in Sage accounting systems.
- Advanced Excel skills for financial analysis and reporting.