Finance Manager

• Finance Manager
• Permanent
• Full-Time/Hybrid (3 days a week in the office)
• Gloucester
• £50,000 - £60,000

About the Company

Two innovative, globally recognised businesses have merged to create a dedicated Smart Manufacturing division within a PLC. With revenues of £10-12m and ambitious growth plans, the company is now seeking an experienced Senior Management Accountant/Finance Manager to take on the number two role to the FD.

Your new role

You'll take ownership of day-to-day finance operations while developing and improving systems and controls. Key responsibilities will include:

• Producing monthly management accounts
• Budgeting and forecasting
• Reviewing VAT returns
• First approval of bank payments and oversight of payment runs
• Overseeing and supporting with transactional finance responsibilities
• Managing/resolving overdue debt, credit control management
• Mentoring and developing junior team members as the finance team grows
• Supporting the implementation of new systems
• Improving processes as the finance function evolves

What you'll need to succeed

• Qualified Accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA) with 1-2 years PQE
• Strong management accounting experience
• Comfortable taking responsibility and ownership
• Background working up through transactional finance (e.g. AP / AR) will be advantageous
• Confident communicator with a hands-on, practical approach

What you'll get in return

• Salary of £50,000 - £60,000
• Hybrid working (3 days a week in the office)
• Progression opportunity toward a Financial Controller role
• Broad, varied role in a growing business
• Opportunity to shape systems, processes, and the finance function
• 8% Pension Contribution
• Permanent Health Insurance
• Free On-site Parking, with EV charging points

What do you need to do now?

If interested, please apply and submit your up-to-date CV.