Finance Manager

Finance ManagerLocation: Maidstone on-site full time Salary: 49,500/annum plus benefitsWe''re recruiting a highly skilled and motivated Finance Manager to lead the day-to-day operations for our client who is in the education sector. This role is pivotal in supporting long-term sustainability and compliance in the organisation.Key responsibilities include:Oversee daily financial operations and all aspects of the accounting function, ensuring strong processes and internal controls.Maintain accurate accounting records including control accounts, bank reconciliations, and nominal ledger review. Review all key reconciliations on a monthly basis.Ensure the accounting records are maintained in compliance with all relevant Companies and Charities legislation including GAAP, Charities SORP and Charities Commission guidance, in addition ensuring processes and accounting treatments are aligned to the Foundation''s.Prepare the yearend pack as part of the audit and statutory accounts process led by the Foundation Office.Lead and prepare for the annual external audit, ensuring deadlines are met.Prepare annual accounts for the subsidiaries.Produce monthly management accounts, budgets, reforecasts, and cashflow statements providing clear information and recommendations.Provide support with completion of payroll, salary and pension queries, and oversee monthly payroll journals.Monitor budget performance and KPIs, investigate variances and provide explanations and recommendations for ..... full job details .....