Portfolio Finance Manager

Job Description: Divisional Finance Manager - Vesta Software Group UK ABOUT VESTA SOFTWARE GROUP The Vesta Software Group acquires, manages, and builds software companies in a variety of vertical markets, enabling them to be clear leaders in their industries. Our companies provide mission-critical enterprise solutions for vertical industries across the entire industry value chain. Being a portfolio group of Jonas Software (within Constellation Software Inc.), the Vesta Software Group is all about strengthening businesses within the markets in which we compete and enabling them to grow - whether through organic measures such as new initiatives and product development, day-to-day business, or through acquisitions. POSITION We are seeking a dedicated professional to join our team on a full-time basis in the role of Divisional Finance Manager (UK). The successful candidate will be an integral part of the finance team in a high growth organisation and will be responsible for leading the personnel and processes across the finance function within the Vesta portfolio. Reporting to the Head of Finance (UK), primary responsibility will be ownership (including people management) of the Management Accounting, Financial Reporting and controls of a selection of Vesta Software Group companies within a high-performance culture. Vesta operates in a casual working environment and promotes both team and individual growth. This position will be based in our Wallingford (Oxfordshire) office. This is a fantastic opportunity to progress and begin a career within a rapid expansion software portfolio. JOB RESPONSIBILITIES Line manage members of the Management Accountant team. Guiding, leading and developing direct reports with an emphasis on mentoring and strengthening the team. Produce timely and reliable monthly management accounts to tight deadlines for a selection of Vesta companies. Identify and investigate variances against benchmarks, provide analysis of differences, and explore potential problems with non-financial department heads. Take the lead on various projects, including process and system improvements. Update Excel-based reconciliation / support packs for all Balance Sheet accounts. Support and challenge the business heads with the Group’s Quarterly Strategic Review process (forecasting). Prepare periodic financial statements and supporting schedules, tax computations and cash flow forecasts. Interpret and communicate financial data to non-financial managers, advise on the business impact and make appropriate recommendations. Involvement in on-going process development and transformation projects to improve business efficiency and profitability. Developing a continuous improvement framework to ensure efficiencies are rolled out and adopted by all team members and the wider organization where appropriate. Act as a Business Partner within all aspects of the role. Capture data and analysis to provide support to business decision making. Prepare quarterly VAT returns and Corporation tax packs. Contribute to the success of the overall corporate strategy. Support / assist with acquisition related activity including integration of people, systems and processes and acquisition accounting entries. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS well at Vesta Software Group we have tweaked that slightly to fit vertical market software. We believe to be the best you have to hire and retain the best!!! Vesta Software Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. If you need accommodation for a disability at any stage of the application process or want more information on our accommodation policies, contact recruitment at Vesta Software Group is part of a CSI group of companies. #J-18808-Ljbffr