We are delighted to be partnered with Bells of Lazonby in their search for a Finance Manager. Bells of Lazonby are an established family baker and market leader within the food and retail sector. They have created delicious baked products for over 70 years, with a strong reputation for both their quality as well as their corporate, social and environmental responsibility.

They lead the way on innovation, having been the first of their kind to open a gluten, wheat and milk free bakery, in addition to producing their more traditional products.  Founded in 1946 in Cumbria, they have been on a remarkable journey and now employ over 350 people who work across their award-winning baking sites and head office.

Bells of Lazonby has a fantastic reputation as an employer promoting an open and honest culture in the workplace, who empower their employees to look for solutions and share ideas with the business. Their Head Office is based in a beautifully restored station house, and they pride themselves on a waste minimalisation policy which has gained them the Queens Award for Enterprise.  

The business continues to thrive, and the Finance Manager position offers the opportunity to develop and grow in the business. 

The position will report into the Financial Controller. 

Responsibilities
* Preparation of accurate monthly management accountsfor review by FC, including commentary.
* Maintain Prepayments and Accrualsschedules
* Maintain Cashflow forecast daily
* Purchase ledger Invoicing and Control
* Fixed Asset Register& CAPEX budget management
* Balance Sheet Reconciliations
* Barclaycard management
* Administration work for Company Vehicles
* Implementation and Development of process improvements
* Provide support to invoice processing and dealing with supplier queries
* VAT returns & other HMRC returns
* Provide Payroll support
* Support the FC with internal and external reporting, audit and other statutory requirements.
Experience
* ACCA / ACA / CIMA Qualified or Part qualified with experience, may suit first time mover from practice
* Attention to detail
* Ability to think for self
* Problem solving skills
* Strong Excel Skills
For more information please apply or email .
  
Any speculative CV’s sent directly to Bells of Lazonby will be forwarded to Broster Buchanan for review.