Finance Manager

JOB TITLE: FINANCE MANAGERSALARY: £50,000-£60,000LOCATION: BROMSGROVEFinance Department Reports to Head of Finance Direct Report: Finance AssistantJob Purpose To lead the day-to-day finance function, ensuring the timely production of management information, effective cash flow management, robust financial controls and high-quality financial insight to support strategic and operational decision-making across the business. We are looking for someone who will very much own their role and bring fresh ideas and suggestions in order to help drive and push the business forwards. You will be able to make positive changes and suggestions whilst working closely with the Head of Finance. Key Responsibilities Prepare monthly management accounts, including profit and loss, balance sheet and variance analysis against budget and forecast.Own the cash flow forecasting process, monitoring actual cash position against forecast and flagging risks.Manage month-end and year-end close processes, including journals, accruals, prepayments and balance sheet reconciliations.Process monthly payroll and ensure timely submission of statutory reports and other relevant information.Calculate and submit the group VAT return accurately and on time.Support budgeting and forecasting cycles, partnering with budget holders and department managers to understand financial performance and identify opportunities for improvement.Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, automate manual processes and enhance ..... full job details .....