Finance Manager

Finance Manager- East Grinstead

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Finance Manager to lead and oversee the financial operations of our East Grinstead-based business. This role will be responsible for ensuring accurate financial reporting, maintaining strong financial controls, and supporting strategic decision-making.

The successful candidate will play a key role in managing day-to-day finance operations, leading a small team, and ensuring compliance with UK regulatory and tax requirements.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Reporting & Control

• Prepare and review monthly management accounts with supporting analysis
• Ensure accuracy of financial data and compliance with accounting standards (UK GAAP/IFRS where applicable)
• Maintain robust internal controls and financial governance frameworks
• Oversee balance sheet reconciliations and resolve discrepancies

Budgeting & Forecasting

• Lead the annual budgeting process and periodic forecasts
• Provide financial insights and variance analysis to support business decisions
• Track performance against budgets and identify risks/opportunities

Operational Finance Management

• Oversee transactional finance functions including:
• Accounts Payable
• Accounts Receivable
• Payroll coordination
• Ensure timely and accurate processing of financial transactions

Tax & Compliance

• Manage VAT returns and compliance in line with HMRC requirements
• Support corporation tax reporting and liaise with external advisors
• Ensure compliance with statutory obligations and audit requirements

Team Leadership

• Manage, mentor, and develop finance team members
• Set clear objectives and support ongoing professional development
• Foster a high-performance, collaborative team environment

Stakeholder & Audit Management

• Act as a key point of contact for external auditors and advisors
• Partner with internal departments to improve financial understanding and controls
• Support senior leadership with financial reporting and insights

Systems & Process Improvement

• Ensure effective use of finance systems (e.g. ERP/accounting software)
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and automation
• Support system enhancements and finance transformation initiatives

Skills & Experience Required/Essential:

• Qualified accountant (ACCA, ACA, CIMA or equivalent)
• Minimum 5+ years' accounting experience, including team management
• Strong understanding of:
• Financial reporting
• UK tax (VAT & Corporation Tax)
• Budgeting and forecasting
• Experience managing end-to-end finance operations
• Strong Excel and financial systems skills
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities

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