Assistant Finance Manager- 12 month fixed term contract to start February 2027
Location: Watford
Salary: Β£40,000 - Β£45,000
Working Hours: Monday - Friday 8:30am-5:00pm (this role is fully office based)
Exciting Opportunity in Finance!
Our client is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Assistant Finance Manager to cover a maternity leave for a period of 12 months. This full-time office-based role is essential for ensuring the smooth running of the finance department and supporting the Finance Director with day-to-day operations. If you are ready to make an impact in the engineering sector, this could be the perfect role for you!
Responsibilities
- Facilitate daily tasks as delegated by the Finance Director.
- Oversee the Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable departments.
- Serve as the first point of contact for day-to-day queries from Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, and sales department employees.
- Analyse and report on the efficiency of Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable.
- Provide valuable feedback on improving the company's cash flow.
- Assist in implementing changes within the finance department.
- Support the escalation of supplier and customer queries.
- Help prepare VAT returns and monthly commission calculations for payroll.
- Reconcile balance sheet reports, including Goods in Transit.
- Prepare management account reporting schedules.
- Participate in weekly debtors meetings with key management.
- Provide hands-on cover for leave within the finance department.
- Monitor cash flow requirements and assist with financial audits.
Skills Required
- Intermediate to advanced Excel skills
- Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and efficiency
- Excellent leadership and communication skills
- Analytical and critical thinking abilities
- Proven multitasking capabilities
- Previous experience using Sage Intacct would be highly desirable
Additional Benefits
- 20 days of annual leave
- 6 personal days (non-contractual)
- Pension
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