Finance Manager

We are working exclusively on behalf of a rapidly expanding SME business with a great reputation within it's market that through continued growth is now looking to secure a Finance Manager to join the senior management team as finance lead working alongside the MD to further drive the business forward.

You will provide a strong and positive contribution to all areas of the business both commercially and financially through the delivery of robust financial budgetary controls, management of the small finance team, accurate reporting and identification of areas to improve the efficiency of the companies processes and profitability.

Key responsibilities of the Finance Manager position will include:
- Pro-actively provide financial input to help drive the business forward.
- You will provide continuous development to your team to ensure effective delivery of Management Accounts, Statutory Reports, Payroll and efficient ledgers.
- Work closely with all departments ensuring system processes are followed in a profit efficient manner.
- Produce monthly management accounts with commentary on any variances
- Manage external relationships such as Bank, HMRC, Auditors.

The ideal Finance Manager will possess the following attributes/skills:
- Qualified Accountant (AAT/ACCA/ACA) with experience in a similar role within an SME or moving from a practice
- Analytically minded
- Ability to influence at all levels and build co-operative relationships
- A motivation and ambition to drive innovative thinking
- Flexible and adaptable in their approach
- Good understanding of IT systems

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Finance Manager to join a growing Manufacturing SME with the ability to influence.

Randstad Financial & Professional encourage applications from individuals of all ages & backgrounds. Appointment will be made on merit alone but candidates must be able to demonstrate their ability to work in the UK. Randstad Financial & Professional acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment & an employment business for temporary recruitment as defined by the Conduct of Employment Agencies & Employment Business Regulations 2003