About the Role
They are looking for a proactive candidate who will work closely with the Finance Director, playing a key role in supporting the day-to-day operations of the function.
This role will provide guidance & leadership to the Accounts Payable team and work closely with the Credit Control function.
This is a hands-on position suited to someone who enjoys variety and is confident managing priorities across multiple areas of finance.
Key Responsibilities
- Support the Finance Director with the day-to-day management and operation of the finance department.
- Lead and oversee the Accounts Payable team, making sure processes run efficiently.
- Act as a primary point of contact for finance and sales team members, providing guidance and resolving queries.
- Monitor, analyse and report on the performance of accounts payable and receivable.
- Identify opportunities to improve cash flow and support the implementation of process improvements.
- Manage and escalate customer and supplier account queries where required.
- Support the preparation and submission of VAT returns.
- Assist with commission calculations.
- Perform balance sheet reconciliations.
- Assist in preparing management accounts and associated reporting schedules.
- Contribute to weekly debtor review meetings with senior management.
- Provide operational cover across the finance function during periods of annual leave or absence.
- Monitor cash flow requirements and support cash management activities.
- Assist with internal and external audit processes.
About You: To be successful in this role, you will have:
- AAT qualification, or be studying towards ACCA, CIMA or an equivalent accounting qualification.
- Strong Microsoft Excel skills i.e pivot tables, x/ v look ups/ sumifs.
- Previous experience supervising or managing finance staff.
- Excellent attention to detail and a high level of accuracy.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
- The ability to prioritise workloads and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
- A collaborative and hands-on approach to supporting business objectives.
What We're Looking For
We're seeking an organised and motivated finance professional who can confidently support a busy finance department, build strong working relationships across the business, and contribute to the ongoing success and improvement of our financial operations.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to further develop their finance leadership experience within a supportive and growing organisation.