Finance Manager – Motherwel in Motherwell

Location – Motherwell, ML1 1RU. (Hybrid working, based in the UK. With quarterly travel to Ireland 3-4 days.)

Apleona is a leading provider of integrated facilities management. With a client base across over 500 UK and IE operational sites, we employ over 5000 talented people to deliver service solutions that work for our clients. Our culture is fast paced, challenging, and above all, friendly – and we are looking for you to join us!

Some of the key responsibilities of the Finance Manager include:

• Own the preparation of monthly Group reporting packs ensuring accuracy, completeness, and timely delivery to Group deadlines.
• Prepare and monitor rolling cash flow forecasts ensuring sufficient liquidity to support business operations and to support informed decision-making.
• Responsibility for management of Group cash pooling arrangements and managing the payment process, including review, approval, and verification of transactions.
• Maintain the integrity of the balance sheet through robust reconciliation processes and controls.
• Assist with VAT compliance, including preparation and review of returns.
• Own the intercompany payment process, including reconciliation and offsetting (contras) of balances.
• Collaborate with teams across the business, including Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable and Commercial teams, to ensure smooth financial operations.
• Lead and develop the Finance team, fostering a high-performance culture while supporting individual growth and career progression.
• Act as the primary point of contact for Finance-related queries for the Irish business and undertake additional Finance-related responsibilities as required.

Qualifications & Experience:

• ACA, ACCA, or CIMA qualification
• 5-7 years’ experience in a large scale operational environment. Experience in facilities management, real estate or a shared service centre environment would be advantageous
• Proven experience delivering end-to-end monthly financial reporting in a large Group to tight Group deadlines
• Strong cashflow forecasting and treasury management experience
• Leadership experience with a track record of developing finance teams
• Advanced Excel and financial modelling skills, ERP systems experience required, SAP in particular.
• Excellent communication skills
• Must be a reliable and experienced professional who is dependable, detail-oriented and can be trusted to deliver high-quality work with minimal supervision.
• Confident in managing core finance processes with a strong technical foundation in finance and an ability to manage key processes efficiently.
• A proactive, analytical mindset with a “can do” attitude
• Must hold valid UK driving license with access to personal vehicle.
• Must hold a valid passport as the role will require some travel to Ireland.

Benefits:

• 25 holiday days, plus bank holidays
• Healthcare cover
• Life assurance
• Employee discounts via Perkbox
• Access to a virtual GP and a health & wellbeing app

Apleona is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to recruiting a diverse and inclusive workforce and base all employment decisions on merit, job requirements, and business needs.