Finance Manager

Opportunity: Finance Manager Location: Kent Salary: £55,000 plus package Our client a leading international organisation, renowned for its diverse portfolio of businesses are seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented Finance Manager. Position Summary: The Finance Manager will play a critical role in managing and overseeing financial operations. This role offers an excellent opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment, ensuring robust financial management while driving efficiency and strategic insights. Key Responsibilities: * Monthly Reporting: Prepare and analyse management accounts for each entity and the group as a whole. * Budgeting and Forecasting: Develop yearly budgets and forecasts to guide financial planning. * Year-End Audit Support: Assist in the preparation and coordination of the annual audit process. * Cashflow Management: Prepare and monitor cashflow forecasts to ensure liquidity and financial health. * Subsidiary Financial Records: Maintain accurate financial records of subsidiaries in QuickBooks. * Payroll Processing: Potential responsibility for processing monthly payroll. * Fleet Management: Oversee the management of the company's fleet cars. * Cost and Revenue Analysis: Perform analytical reviews on packhouse costs, returns, and charge-out rates. * Rate Card Reviews: Conduct quarterly reviews of rate cards to ensure competitive and profitable pricing. * Cost Drivers Analysis: Evaluate cost drivers on a quarterly basis to identify trends and opportunities for optimisation. * VAT Compliance: Prepare and submit monthly/quarterly VAT returns in compliance with regulations. * Ledger Reviews: Conduct monthly reviews of purchase and sales ledgers for accuracy and completeness. * Payment Approval: Approve the weekly payment run, ensuring accuracy and adherence to cashflow policies. Qualifications and Skills: * Proven experience in financial management, preferably within a multi-entity organisation. * Strong proficiency in QuickBooks and other financial management tools. * Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills. * In-depth understanding of VAT, budgeting, and cashflow forecasting. * Exceptional attention to detail and organisational skills. * Ability to work collaboratively across teams and manage multiple priorities effectively. * Experience with payroll and fleet management is an advantage. For more information please apply now