Deputy Group Finance Manager

Deputy Group Finance Manager

Are you an experienced finance professional ready to take on a leadership role in a dynamic organisation? We're looking for an Deputy Group Finance Manager to support our Group Finance Manager and Senior Finance Team in delivering timely and accurate financial information across the company. This is an exciting opportunity for someone with strong leadership skills, a passion for finance, and a desire to contribute to the overall success of the business.

Key Responsibilities:

Team Leadership: Manage the day-to-day operations of the transactional Finance Team, ensuring clarity in roles and achievement of KPIs.

Financial Integrity: Oversee the accuracy and integrity of sales ledger, purchase ledger, and payroll data across all systems.

Cross-Department Collaboration: Act as the key liaison between the Finance Department and other business areas, ensuring open communication and effective relationship management.

Process Improvement: Regularly review finance systems and processes, recommending and implementing improvements to enhance efficiency and data accuracy.

Data Management: Maintain and manage IT systems within the Finance Department, resolving any issues in a timely manner.

Financial Reporting: Prepare and present monthly financial reports, including KPIs and reconciliation of invoicing accounts, for Senior Management Team meetings.

Compliance & Cost Control: Ensure sales, costs, and payroll are properly handled, accounted for, and reported in line with statutory requirements.

What We're Looking For:

Essential Skills & Experience:

Minimum of 2 years' experience in a Finance Department with strong expertise in Sage 50 Accounts and Payroll.

Proven ability to manage, motivate, and influence a team to achieve objectives.

Excellent communication and relationship-building skills, with a customer-focused approach.

Advanced experience with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, and high-volume data processing.

Strong organisational skills, attention to detail, and a proactive attitude.

Flexibility to travel across the group's territory as required.

Desirable Skills & Experience:

AAT Level 2 or higher.

Experience managing and improving accounting systems and procedures.

Previous experience in a similar sector.

Why Join Us?

A leadership role where you can shape the future of our finance function.

The opportunity to work with a collaborative team in a fast-paced, growing organisation.

A commitment to ongoing professional development and opportunities for career progression.

If you're a driven and organised finance professional with a passion for teamwork and delivering high-quality financial services, we want to hear from you!

Apply today and be part of a company that values innovation, accuracy, and excellence in financial management.

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Location: Kingston, GB

Posted Date: 10/31/2024