Full job descriptionKCR Solutions are delighted to be recruiting on behalf of a well-established and growing organisation based in Newcastle upon Tyne, seeking an experienced and qualified Finance Manager to join their finance team.
Reporting directly to the Finance Director, this is a key position within the business, offering the opportunity to take ownership of the management accounting function, support strategic decision-making and lead a small finance team.
The successful candidate will be a hands-on finance professional with strong technical accounting skills, a proactive approach and the ability to deliver accurate and insightful financial information to support business performance.
The Role
*Production of timely and accurate monthly management accounts.
*Preparation of budgets, forecasts and financial modelling to support business planning.
*Ownership and management of cash flow forecasting and working capital analysis.
*Monthly balance sheet reconciliations and maintenance of financial controls.
*Financial analysis and provision of meaningful KPI reporting to senior management.
*Supporting the Finance Director with year-end accounts, audit and statutory reporting requirements.
*Identifying opportunities to improve financial processes and reporting efficiencies.
*Managing and developing a small finance team of two.
*Supporting wider business initiatives through commercial and operational finance insight.
*Assisting with business planning and strategic projects as required.
Essential:
*Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA).
*Previous experience in a Finance Manager or Senior Management Accountant position.
*Strong management accounts production experience.
*Experience preparing budgets, forecasts and cash flow forecasts.
*Advanced Excel skills and strong financial analysis capability.
*Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels.
*Proven experience managing or mentoring finance staff.
What’s on Offer?
*Opportunity to work closely with an experienced Finance Director.
*Varied and commercially focused role with genuine influence across the business.
*Supportive and collaborative working environment.
*Career development opportunities within a growing organisation.
*Competitive salary and benefits package.
If you are a qualified finance professional looking for your next challenge within a dynamic organisation, we would be delighted to hear from you.