Accounts Manager

The Opportunity An established and respected organisation is looking to appoint an experienced Accounts Manager to oversee its finance function. Reporting directly to senior leadership, you''ll be responsible for the smooth running of the finance department, ensuring robust financial controls, delivering accurate management information and supporting the wider business with financial planning and reporting. This is a varied role combining operational finance management with commercial insight and leadership. Responsibilities Managing the day-to-day finance function Overseeing accounts, ensuring compliance with internal controls and regulatory requirements Managing and supporting the Finance Assistant function Producing monthly MI and financial reports Monitoring cash flow and preparing forecasts Supporting budgeting and financial planning Reviewing high-value financial transactions and reconciliations Managing payroll or external payroll providers Overseeing month-end and year-end processes Liaising with external accountants, auditors and banking partners Ensuring compliance with financial regulations and procedures, and internal controls Supporting senior leadership with financial analysis and business decisions Identifying opportunities to improve systems, reporting and financial processes About You Significant finance experience, ideally within a regulated professional services environment Strong understanding of financial controls and compliance Commercially minded ..... full job details .....