Full job descriptionJob Title: Interim Finance Professional
Location: Staffordshire
Package: £300+ per day
Reporting to: Managing Director
Job Type: Full-Time Interim/Temp To Perm (possible potential for part time if required)
Our Client
Our client is a growing B2B manufacturing business based in Staffordshire, which is part of an international group.
They are looking for a hands-on interim finance professional to manage the small finance team through a period of transition whilst a recruitment process is run for a permanent replacement. The successful candidate for this role would be considered for the permanent role if applicable. There may also be potential for further systems implementation work after the initial contract period.
The successful candidate will take responsibility for the day-to-day running of the finance function and providing accurate and timely financial information to support the Managing Director and wider business and group. This provides an excellent opportunity for someone who is confident managing the day-to-day finance function.
Interim Finance Professional – The Role
You will take responsibility for the effective day-to-day management of the small finance function, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting and maintaining appropriate financial controls.
The role is predominantly hands-on and will involve preparing the monthly management accounts, managing cash flow and working capital, maintaining the balance sheet and supporting budgeting and forecasting.
You will work closely with the Managing Director and Fractional Finance Director, providing clear and reliable financial information to support the running of the business.
Key Responsibilities
*Prepare accurate and timely monthly management accounts – both internally and as part of monthly submissions to the group head office.
*Maintain the general ledger and ensure financial records are complete and accurate.
*Prepare and maintain balance sheet reconciliations, accruals and prepayments.
*Monitor cash flow and working capital and prepare regular cash flow forecasts.
*Support the preparation and monitoring of annual budgets and forecasts.
*Produce regular management information for the Managing Director and wider group.
*Provide analysis of financial performance, highlighting significant trends and variances.
*Manage VAT returns and support the effective management of payroll, tax and treasury matters.
*Manage stock takes and ensure accurate stock accounting and reporting.
*Maintain effective financial controls and ensure accounting processes are followed consistently.
*Coordinate the preparation of statutory accounts and provide information required by external accountants and auditors.
*Maintain effective working relationships with external stakeholders including accountants, auditors, banks and HMRC.
*Document existing finance processes.
The Successful Applicant
You will be an experienced finance professional with a strong grounding in management accounting and financial control, ideally gained within a manufacturing environment.
You may be a qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA), part-qualified, or qualified by experience with a demonstrable track record of managing a broad range of accounting responsibilities.
You will bring:
*Strong management accounting and financial reporting experience.
*Experience of using Sage 50.
*A hands-on and detail-focused approach with a high level of accuracy.
*Experience of cash flow management, budgeting and forecasting.
*A good understanding of balance sheet controls, VAT and financial processes.
*Experience of submitting monthly results within a group environment.
*The ability to prepare and interpret management information and explain key financial matters clearly.
*Strong Excel skills and confidence working with accounting and financial reporting systems.
*Excellent communication skills and the confidence to work closely with the Managing Director.
*Experience of improving financial processes, controls and reporting.
*A proactive, organised and solutions-focused approach.
*The ability to manage competing priorities and take ownership of deadlines within a busy manufacturing environment.
*A collaborative approach and willingness to seek input or guidance when appropriate.
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