Our client require a Financial Operations and Reporting Manager to play a critical role in maintaining the accuracy and efficiency of the company’s financial processes. The successful candidate must be available for an immediate start - temp to perm opportunity.
Client Details
A growing organisation based in Southampton
Description
Payments and Payroll Management:
Oversee the preparation and upload of payment runs to the bank, ensuring compliance with company policies and internal controls.Approve payments in line with established authorisation procedures.
Manage payroll uploads and reconciliations within NetSuite, ensuring accurate and timely processing.

Financial Reconciliations and Ledger Reviews:
Conduct daily and monthly reviews of the general ledger, ensuring the integrity and accuracy of financial data.
Perform quarterly account reconciliations to identify and resolve any anomalies.
Collect, review, and consolidate monthly financial data from the Group, ensuring uniformity and accuracy across all entities.
Oversee revenue recognition processes, including preparing and posting deferred revenue journals.
Prepare and post monthly journals for intangible assets, adhering to accounting standards.

VAT Compliance and Reporting:
Review VAT reports to ensure accuracy and compliance with HMRC regulations.
Investigate and resolve any discrepancies in VAT submissions across the Group.
Collaborate with the tax team to ensure adherence to VAT requirements and support broader tax compliance initiatives.

Journal Management and Financial Reporting:
Prepare and post prepayment, accrual, and partner fee journals, ensuring accuracy and adherence to accounting policies.
Maintain the accuracy of all journal entries within the general ledger.
Support month-end and year-end reporting processes, ensuring all tasks are completed to deadlines.

Client Query Resolution and Credit Control Support:
Work closely with the Credit Control Manager to address and resolve client queries efficiently and effectively.
Ensure all outstanding client issues are resolved before the month-end close to facilitate accurate and timely reporting.
Act as a point of contact between the finance team and clients to ensure seamless communication and prompt resolution of issues.

Compliance and Process Improvement:
Ensure that all financial operations align with accounting standards, regulatory requirements, and company policies.
Identify and implement opportunities to streamline financial processes and enhance operational efficiency.
Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to optimise financial workflows and reporting practices.


Profile
Skills, knowledge, and experience:

Education: Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.

Professional Qualification: ACCA, ACA, CIMA, or equivalent certification

Technical Proficiency: Extensive experience with NetSuite or similar ERP systems.

Accounting Knowledge: Expertise in VAT compliance, revenue recognition, prepayments, accruals, journal management, and credit control processes.

Analytical Skills: Strong ability to analyse and reconcile financial data with exceptional attention to detail.

Organisation and Time Management: Capable of managing multiple tasks, prioritising effectively, and meeting tight deadlines.

Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to liaise confidently with internal teams, clients, and stakeholders.
Job Offer
A competitive rate and the possibility of a temp to perm opportunity