Duration: 6 Months:

We are currently offering a fantastic opportunity for a seasoned and qualified ACA / ACCA / CIMA or equivalent Finance Manager to join our esteemed client, a well-established SME manufacturing business undergoing an exciting period of change. This interim role spans 6 months, providing pivotal support during a company-wide restructure. The position offers flexible working arrangements, including an early finish on Fridays.

Working closely with the Financial Controller, you will assume responsibility for a specific division, contributing to key aspects of financial management.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assume ownership of monthly management accounts for all divisional entities, incorporating detailed analysis on revenue, margins, and variance commentary.
• Manage cash flow, including the preparation and review of 13-week cash forecasts by division, supplier payment management, and credit control.
• Prepare fortnightly LEO 'latest estimated outcome' for the next 3 months in collaboration with divisional management teams.
• Oversee the preparation and submission of divisional and entity VAT returns.
• Organise and lead stock-takes and reconciliations, investigating variances and implementing necessary actions.
• Review all Balance Sheet account reconciliations and develop internal control procedures as required.
• Manage finance lease and right of use asset accounting.
• Provide day-to-day financial support to divisional management teams and offer guidance and training to divisional admin teams as needed.
• Support the Financial Controller with information and analysis for ad-hoc activities.

We seek an individual with substantial hands-on experience in company finances and a keen sense of commercial awareness. Candidates must be eligible to work in the UK full-time without restrictions. To apply, please send your CV, quoting our reference and specifying the website where you found this position advertised. Due to the high volume of applications, we may not respond to all applicants. If you do not hear from us within seven days, consider your application unsuccessful on this occasion.

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