Finance Manager at Benjamin Edwards, Grantham, Lincolnshire

Finance Manager

Location: Grantham / Hybrid

Salary: Up to £55,000 per annum

Benjamin Edwards is recruiting for a dynamic Finance Manager to join a forward thinking and growing business based in Grantham. This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified Accountant who enjoys taking ownership of financial reporting, cash flow and treasury management, whilst leading a small finance team and driving improvements across the finance function. Working closely with the Head of Finance, you will play a key role in ensuring the accuracy of financial information, managing working capital and strengthening financial controls within a fast-paced, commercially focused environment. The business offers a collaborative working environment, investment in systems and processes, and the opportunity to make a genuine impact on the finance function. If you are a qualified Accountant looking for a varied operational Finance Manager position where you can take ownership, develop a team and make a real difference, we would love to hear from you.

What's on offer to the Finance Manager

• Hybrid working
• 25 days' annual leave, increasing with length of service
• Generous employee discount scheme
• Salary sacrifice cycle-to-work scheme
• Opportunity to lead and develop a finance team
• Scope to influence financial processes, systems and continuous improvement
• An established business offering an exciting and evolving working environment

The role of Finance Manager

• Take ownership of the month-end close process, producing accurate and timely monthly management accounts, balance sheet reporting and cash flow analysis
• Prepare monthly Group consolidations and ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial reporting
• Manage balance sheet reconciliations, ensuring all control accounts are accurately maintained and reviewed
• Support the preparation of statutory accounts under FRS 102 and coordinate audit schedules and supporting information
• Take responsibility for treasury management, including daily cash positions, cash flow forecasting, weekly payment runs and supplier payment planning
• Monitor and manage working capital, including stock, creditors and debtors, identifying opportunities to improve cash flow
• Oversee Accounts Payable, company expenses, bank reconciliations and third-party payment reconciliations
• Prepare quarterly VAT returns and maintain the fixed asset register
• Work closely with the FP&A team, providing accurate financial information and supporting analysis for budgeting, forecasting and performance reviews
• Lead, support and develop junior members of the finance team
• Identify and implement process improvements, strengthen financial controls and support the introduction of new finance systems and technology

The ideal candidate for the role of Finance Manager

• Fully qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA)
• Strong experience in financial accounting, management accounts preparation and balance sheet reconciliations
• Good understanding of statutory reporting requirements, including FRS 102, and experience supporting external audits
• Proven experience in cash flow forecasting, treasury and working capital management
• Experience overseeing transactional finance processes, including Accounts Payable and VAT
• Previous experience supervising, mentoring or managing finance team members

To Apply

If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Benjamin Edwards, please do not hesitate to apply.