Senior Finance Officer

Senior Finance Officer

Tunbridge Wells

£50,000 - £60,000 per annum

Hours: 8.30am - 5.30pm Monday - Friday (1 day hybrid working policy)

Benefits: 25days holiday + BH, increasing with length of service, Pension, Group Life Assurance, Group Income Protection, Private Medical Insurance, Healthcash Plan, Parking, Social/Team events +++

Our client, a dynamic player in the construction based sector, is seeking a Senior Finance Officer to join their growing team. This vital role will support the Finance Director and oversee the day-to-day operations of the finance function, ensuring the department runs efficiently and effectively, managing a team of 3.

If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and possess a strong finance background, this could be the perfect opportunity for you to make a significant impact!

Key Responsibilities;

Finance Operations:

• Oversee daily financial operations, including sales and purchase ledger, fixed asset register, cash management, and expense processing.
• Manage monthly journals, including pre-payments, accruals, and payroll.
• Ensure smooth processing of expenses in line with company policy.
• Reconcile the finance system to guarantee accurate revenue recording.
• Collaborate with the Sales Ledger Manager on credit control and debt collection activities.
• Prepare timely HMRC VAT returns and other necessary regulatory submissions.

Month-End Reporting:

• Deliver accurate month-end reports within set deadlines, maintaining data integrity.
• Support the Finance Director in providing management information and financial insights.
• Conduct ad-hoc financial reporting and analysis as required.

Payroll Processing:

• Oversee the payroll process in collaboration with Human Resources, ensuring compliance with HMRC and pension obligations.
• Prepare statutory payments and ensure timely submissions for processing.

Audit and Year-End:

• Prepare documentation for annual audits and liaise with external auditors.
• Ensure compliance with statutory requirements and accounting standards.

Financial Planning and Budgeting:

• Assist in annual business planning and budget management, monitoring departmental budgets and forecasts.
• Communicate cash flow exceptions to the Finance Director promptly.

Internal Support:

• Serve as the finance point of contact across the organisation, fostering strong relationships and ensuring compliance with financial controls.
• Provide training and guidance on financial processes as needed.

Continuous Improvement:

• Identify and recommend improvements to finance systems and processes to drive efficiency.
• Collaborate with the Finance Director and internal teams to streamline workflows.

Essential Skills and Experience:

• Minimum study towards a recognised accountancy qualification - ACCA / CIMA - Part or Fully Qualified, 5+years of relevant experience.
• A structured approach to problem-solving and decision-making.
• Experience managing a small finance team, overseeing daily operations, allocating workloads and ensuring tasks are completed accurately and within deadlines.
• Proficient in relevant financial software and IT tools; experience with ERP/ Sage Intacct and Access Paycircle is advantageous.
• Understanding of construction industry processes (Construction Industry Scheme) and financial legislation is a plus.

Why This Role?
This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a forward-thinking organisation. The successful candidate will have the chance to lead a small team, implement improvements, and support the business objectives while ensuring compliance with statutory requirements, reporting into an established Finance Director.

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