Finance Manager


Location

Runcorn


Salary

ยฃ42000 - ยฃ45000


Job Type

Permanent


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Step into the Future with an Exciting Senior Manager Role!

Ready to Level Up Your Career?

Are you tired of being stuck in a routine Management Accountant position? Are you a driven individual with an AAT qualification, constantly turned away due to lacking CIMA/ACCA credentials? Look no further! We have the perfect opportunity for you to take charge and make a real difference.

Step into Your First Senior Management Role

Join a dynamic team within a UK-wide manufacturing business based in Runcorn. As the leader of their finance division, you will bring confidence, flair, and innovation to the table. This is more than just crunching numbers and generating reports-it’s about inspiring your team and driving the business forward.

What You’ll Be Doing:

  • Lead the Finance Team and guide daily activities and inspire your team to excel

  • Ownership of Ledgers – take full control of the AP and AR ledger, stock ledger, supplier statement reconciliation, and general ledger housekeeping.

  • Maintain the company’s fixed asset register with precision.

  • Approve employee expense claims efficiently.

  • Conduct daily bank reconciliations like a pro.

  • Prepare Management Accounts and Balance Sheet reconciliations monthly.

  • Develop and maintain robust financial policies and control systems.

  • Keep product costings accurate and up-to-date.

  • Manage cash flow with expertise.

  • Handle payroll administration smoothly.

  • Submit quarterly VAT returns flawlessly.

  • Manage the yearly Statutory Audit and bi-annual stock takes.

  • Provide valuable support to other departments whenever needed.

What You Need:

Qualification – AAT Level 4.

Sage Savvy – Experience with Sage 200 is essential.

Tech Skills – Excellent Microsoft Office knowledge and the ability to quickly learn new systems.

Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.

What’s on offer:

Competitive Salary – up to ยฃ45k

Generous Holidays – 23 days holiday plus Bank Holidays.

Life Insurance Benefit

3% employer and 5% employee pension contributions.

Career Growth – Become part of an expanding International Group of Companies with exciting prospects in the UK.

Ready to take the leap and make your mark? Apply now and transform your career with us!

Contact – Gemma@platinumrecruits.co.uk

Your Accountancy and Finance point of contact is:

Step into the Future with an Exciting Senior Manager Role!

Ready to Level Up Your Career?

Are you tired of being stuck in a routine Management Accountant position? Are you a driven individual with an AAT qualification, constantly turned away due to lacking CIMA/ACCA credentials? Look no further! We have the perfect opportunity for you to take charge and make a real difference.

Step into Your First Senior Management Role

Join a dynamic team within a UK-wide manufacturing business based in Runcorn. As the leader of their finance division, you will bring confidence, flair, and innovation to the table. This is more than just crunching numbers and generating reports-it’s about inspiring your team and driving the business forward.

What You’ll Be Doing:

  • Lead the Finance Team and guide daily activities and inspire your team to excel

  • Ownership of Ledgers – take full control of the AP and AR ledger, stock ledger, supplier statement reconciliation, and general ledger housekeeping.

  • Maintain the company’s fixed asset register with precision.

  • Approve employee expense claims efficiently.

  • Conduct daily bank reconciliations like a pro.

  • Prepare Management Accounts and Balance Sheet reconciliations monthly.

  • Develop and maintain robust financial policies and control systems.

  • Keep product costings accurate and up-to-date.

  • Manage cash flow with expertise.

  • Handle payroll administration smoothly.

  • Submit quarterly VAT returns flawlessly.

  • Manage the yearly Statutory Audit and bi-annual stock takes.

  • Provide valuable support to other departments whenever needed.

What You Need:

Qualification – AAT Level 4.

Sage Savvy – Experience with Sage 200 is essential.

Tech Skills – Excellent Microsoft Office knowledge and the ability to quickly learn new systems.

Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.

What’s on offer:

Competitive Salary – up to ยฃ45k

Generous Holidays – 23 days holiday plus Bank Holidays.

Life Insurance Benefit

3% employer and 5% employee pension contributions.

Career Growth – Become part of an expanding International Group of Companies with exciting prospects in the UK.

Ready to take the leap and make your mark? Apply now and transform your career with us!

Contact – Gemma@platinumrecruits.co.uk

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