At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead the finance team, manage budgets, and ensure accurate financial reporting.
- Company: Join a dynamic organisation focused on financial excellence and team development.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, professional growth opportunities, and a supportive work environment.
- Other info: Exciting role with opportunities for continuous improvement and career advancement.
- Why this job: Make a real impact by driving financial success and leading a talented team.
- Qualifications: CIMA/ACA/ACCA qualified with strong leadership and communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 50000 - 60000 £ per year.
Purpose of role
Our client is looking for someone to manage the finance team and office, ensuring that financial results are reported in a timely and accurate manner, all financial controls are implemented/met, and that all payroll activities are undertaken in a timely, accurate manner.
Key Responsibilities/Activities
- Produce monthly management accounts, cash flow forecasts, annual budgets, and quarterly VAT returns.
- Manage month-end and year-end processes, including journals, fixed assets, and external audits.
- Oversee financial controls, cash management, banking facilities, and budget performance.
- Ensure accurate maintenance of the general ledger, cash books, and timely customer invoicing.
- Manage purchase and sales ledgers, ensuring supplier payments are made within agreed terms.
- Lead the payroll function, including reconciliations, pensions, P11Ds, and statutory compliance.
- Monitor financial KPIs and drive continuous process improvements.
- Lead and develop the finance team, ensuring effective performance and support.
- Manage office operations, including IT, facilities, suppliers, and administrative support.
- Coordinate ad hoc travel arrangements and other business support activities.
- Competencies and skills
- Strong attention to detail and integrity
- Excellent written and verbal communication
- Leadership and team management
- Advanced Microsoft Excel
- SAP (Finance, Distribution & Materials Management) – advantageous
- Planning, organisation, and time management.
Experience/Background
- CIMA/ACA/ACCA qualified (preferred)
- Proven people management experience
Finance Manager in Mitcham employer: Fuel Drivers UK Ltd
Fuel Drivers UK is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises safety and employee well-being. With flexible shift patterns primarily from Monday to Friday, drivers enjoy a balanced work-life while benefiting from ongoing training and development opportunities in the thriving petrochemical sector. Located in West Thurrock, employees also appreciate the convenience of working in a key logistics hub, enhancing their career prospects in fuel delivery.
