Full job descriptionA FTSE 250 five-star homebuilder is looking for Finance Manager to join their team on a 3 month contract initially. Homebuilding or construction sector experience preferred.
Reporting to Head of Finance, you will assist in the production of accurate and timely financial transactions and reports in addition to maintaining the business’s accounting records.
The role will also involve provide support and direction to the rest of the finance team. The role will drive the financial performance and position of the Division’s business and support the Managing Director in achieving the agreed business plan and sustainable, profitable growth.
Principal Accountabilities
*Prepare month end balance sheet reconciliations and management accounts, monthly journals and account analysis
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*Manage the interim and year end process with external auditors through to sign off for the division and prepare divisional reporting returns (VAT, CIS, Payroll)


*Treasury management – ensuring monthly and daily cash flow forecasts for the division are as accurate as possible and divisional adherence to the Prompt Payment Code.


*Review and challenge proposed land acquisitions, including areas such as the financial assumptions and VAT


*Oversight on the maintenance of house sales ledger including monthly sales reconciliation


*Lead and manage the Divisional finance team and ensure accuracy, quality and efficiency are maximised including maintenance of KPI and analysis schedules


*Initial contact for Finance queries or problems, conduit for reporting and escalating issues to Head of Finance/Finance Director and assist the Head of Finance/Finance Director to ensure compliance with the Group Accounting Manual and implement business process improvements including data entry queries and report relating to the forecast system, as necessary


*Troubleshooting transactions and suggesting corrections, perform cost analysis and complete various returns and requests for information, as required