Senior Commercial Finance Manager in Braintree, Essex

Senior Commercial Finance Manager in Braintree, Essex

Braintree +1 Full-Time 35000 - 40000 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible
Rutherford Briant

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Lead a small accounts team and manage financial updates for the Group Finance Director.
  • Company: Join a growing SME in Halstead with a dynamic work culture.
  • Benefits: Competitive salary, study support, on-site parking, pension, and health insurance.
  • Other info: Great opportunity for career growth in a supportive environment.
  • Why this job: Be a key player in finance and gain valuable management experience.
  • Qualifications: Part qualified or experienced, with strong Excel skills and team spirit.

The predicted salary is between 35000 - 40000 £ per year.

Are you an experienced Accounting Professional looking to join a dynamic business and become a number two the Finance Director?

This is an integral role working for a growing SME based in Halstead where you will gain exposure to team management, the management accounting cycle and projects.

As a Finance Manager you will

  • Provide timely and accurate financial updates to the Group Finance Director.
  • Supervise and support a small accounts team.
  • Maintain and update cash flow forecasts and authorize company payments.
  • Prepare monthly management accounts, including accruals, prepayments, and journal entries.
  • Reconcile WIP, GRNI, bank accounts, credit cards, and HP; investigate variances.
  • Manage fixed assets register and apply correct depreciation rates.
  • Oversee finance software closures, backups, and resolve system issues.
  • Handle VAT returns, payroll reconciliations, and intercompany balances.
  • Coordinate bi-monthly stocktakes and analyze results.
  • Support quarter-end and year-end processes, including audit prep and budget assistance.
  • Maintain financial coding structures and perform HMRC reporting (e. g., PSA, P11D).
  • Conduct ad-hoc analysis and reporting as needed.

As a Finance Manager, you will need

  • Part Qualified or qualified by experience
  • Knowledge of Access Supply Chain and Sage is an advantage
  • Ability to drive (due to job location) • Team player
  • Good knowledge of Excel/Word/Office software

As a Finance Manager, you will get

  • Salary of £35,000 - £40,000 • Study Support if required
  • On-Site Parking
  • Pension and Health Insurance

Locations

BraintreeEssex

Senior Commercial Finance Manager in Braintree, Essex employer: Rutherford Briant

Join a dynamic and supportive team that values work-life balance, offering you the flexibility of remote work with minimal travel to London. As a growing SME, we prioritise employee development and provide ample opportunities for professional growth, ensuring you can thrive in your bookkeeping career while enjoying a collaborative and inclusive work culture.

Rutherford Briant

Contact Details:

Rutherford Briant Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Senior Commercial Finance Manager in Braintree, Essex

Financial Reporting
Management Accounting
Team Management
Cash Flow Forecasting
Accruals and Prepayments
Journal Entries
Reconciliation