Finance Manager

Company Details and Job Overview:A finance lead is required to join a £4-5m business in Cumbria, to manage all financial operations in a very hands on and varied role. Working closely alongside the Managing Director, with the backing from their parent company you will also receive support from the Group Finance Director there as required. Key Benefits/ Rewards on Offer:• Full time role, 37.5 hours per week• Office based role with flexibility on working arrangement • Study package (CIMA/ACCA) if required• Competitive starting salary• 30 days annual leave entitlement Your New Role as Finance Manager:In this standalone finance role for the subsidiary, you will have full autonomy of the finance function with opportunity to add value in many areas. Specific responsibilities will include:• Preparation of monthly management accounts• Preparation of budgets and cash forecasts• Stock management• Balance sheet reconciliations• VAT returns• Preparation and review of WIP sheets• Monitoring and reporting costs against budget• KPI analysis including commentary and variance analysis• Management of sales ledger and purchase ledger • Management of credit control• Ongoing review and development of existing systems and processesExperience & Qualifications Required to Apply:The ideal candidate will be proven in a similar level role which includes all areas of finance for a small but growing business. A collaborative working approach is required as you will be required to work cross-functionally with non-finance staff to provide meaningful financial insight and advice where required. CIMA/ACCA qualification is preferred, and a study package will be provided fort those actively studying.Interviews are taking place imminently, please submit your CV without delay for consideration.This vacancy is being handled by Rachel Holland at Kenton Black Finance.Kenton Black Finance operate across the UK as a market leading recruitment partner, specialising in the attraction of finance talent across both permanent and interim requirements. With a team of dedicated experts, each with longevity operating in the finance arena, we maintain a proven track record and have established partnerships with businesses both large, small and those in their infancy. As market leaders, we provide recruitment solutions from entry level finance to directorship professionals. Operating from local offices in Preston, Manchester, Leeds, Liverpool, Birmingham and Glasgow, Kenton Black Finance remain a dynamic and effective recruitment partner who represent and attract only the finest finance talent in the local area and across the UK.