FInance Manager

Our client, a market leading distribution business headquartered in South Cheshire are currently searching for a new, ambitious Finance Manager to join their team.

Reporting into the Financial Controller, this is a great opportunity for a newly qualified Accountant looking for their first step into a management role.

This is a really varied, exciting position where day to day, you will be responsible for the following:

• Supporting month end process, assisting in production of the management accounts and balance sheet reconciliations
• Prepare 12 week rolling cash flow each week, including cash flow variance analysis.
• Supporting with the year-end process, including liaising regularly with the auditors
• Annual budgeting and monthly forecasting preparation of the balance sheet and cashflow
• Statutory accounts preparation - currently one legal entity.
• Ownership of the vehicle section of the P&L, including IFRS16 reporting.
• Review and sign off on all controls within areas of responsibility using controls log.
• Ensure all polices and processes are documented and up to date.
• Responsibility for the monthly submission of Marine Gas Oil duty claims.
• Stock accounting and process improvement.
• Supporting on integration of acquired entities into the management reporting packs.
• Responsible for development and people management of one/two direct reports.

Furthermore you will be working with and supporting the Financial Controller and Director with additional ad hoc projects including system upgrades and further acquisitions.

In return you will be offered a comprehensive compensation and benefits package, including hybrid (home) working 2 days a week, EAP, 25 days holiday and life assurance, along with mentoring and development to allow you to reach the next stage of your career.