Assistant Finance Manager - Management Accounts in Southampton

Assistant Finance Manager - Management Accounts in Southampton

Southampton Full-Time 33075 - 40425 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible
CMA Recruitment Group

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Support financial operations and drive performance analysis in a collaborative team.
  • Company: Well-established organisation in Central Southampton with a focus on continuous improvement.
  • Benefits: Private healthcare, free parking, pension scheme, and increasing holiday entitlement.
  • Other info: Flexible working options available after establishing in the role.
  • Why this job: Join a dynamic finance team and make a real impact on financial processes.
  • Qualifications: Strong financial accounting background and proficiency in Excel; Xero experience is a plus.

The predicted salary is between 33075 - 40425 £ per year.

Are you an experienced finance professional looking to take the next step in your career? CMA Recruitment Group is partnering with a well-established organisation in Central Southampton to recruit an Assistant Finance Manager. Reporting directly to the Financial Controller, this is a newly created position following a departmental restructure. You'll play a vital role in the daily financial operations, working as part of a small and close-knit team of three. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who thrives in a collaborative environment and is passionate about continuous improvement within a finance function. The role is mainly office based, with flexibility offered once you’re established in the role.

What will the Assistant Finance Manager role involve?

  • Supporting financial control activities, including preparation of monthly and quarterly financials
  • Delivering core financial accounting duties, including P&L and balance sheet preparation
  • Managing payroll and VAT tasks (training on payroll available if required)
  • Driving performance analysis and supporting KPI reporting
  • Participating in the Financial Statement Closing Process (FSCP)
  • Managing banking activities and processing supplier payments

Suitable Candidate for the Assistant Finance Manager vacancy:

  • Strong financial accounting background with experience across varied business areas
  • Ideally experienced with Xero (not essential) and proficient in Excel
  • Enthusiastic about process improvement and contributing to a growing finance function

Additional benefits and information for the role of Assistant Finance Manager:

  • Private healthcare after successful probation period
  • Free onsite parking
  • Pension scheme – NatWest Cushion (auto enrolment)
  • 21 days holiday (plus bank holidays), increasing with service

Assistant Finance Manager - Management Accounts in Southampton employer: CMA Recruitment Group

CMA Recruitment Group is an excellent employer, offering a dynamic work environment within a thriving manufacturing organization in Purbrook. With a strong focus on employee growth and development, the company provides competitive salaries and hybrid working options, ensuring a healthy work-life balance while allowing you to make a significant impact during a pivotal change period.

CMA Recruitment Group

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We think you need these skills to ace Assistant Finance Manager - Management Accounts in Southampton

Financial Accounting
P&L Preparation
Balance Sheet Preparation
Payroll Management
VAT Management
Performance Analysis
KPI Reporting