Finance Manager

Job Scope: Reporting to the Head of Finance, this is a key role within the Finance team, responsible for producing monthly management accounts whilst managing a Finance Assistant and supporting the Head of Finance on strategic initiatives and business partnering with non-finance stakeholders across the group. Roles and Responsibilities: Produce monthly management accounts, with supporting commentary and variance analysis Partner with budget holders to ensure clear understanding of financial performance and budget monitoring information Manage VAT accounting processes effectively, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and ensure adherence to financial policies and procedures Review and strengthen financial controls on an ongoing basis, ensuring they remain robust and scalable and support the implementation of new digital ways of working Monitor expenditure against budgets, providing timely and insightful analysis Work closely with budget holders to support effective financial planning, forecasting and spend phasing Provide guidance and support to team members where required Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, proactively identifying solutions and enhancing service delivery Required Qualifications and Aptitudes Experience is key - experience in a similar Finance Manager or Management Accountant role preparing monthly management accounts and managing and delivering month-end processes Strong understanding of UK accounting ..... full job details .....