Finance Manager/Controller (Fixed Term Contract - 12 months)

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This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced finance lead to join our talented and friendly team on a 12 month fixed term contract to provide support during maternity leave starting in October 2024.

You will provide a hands-on approach, managing all things finance to do with the business. Extensive knowledge of technical finance matters is essential, along with a positive can-do attitude, excellent attention to detail, whilst always striving to deliver the highest standard of work.  

Responsibilities & duties 

• Day to day management of the Finance department, including purchase and sales ledger, credit control, expenses and credit cards.  

• Mentor, support and oversee the work of the Finance Assistant, ensuring accuracy and smooth running of the department.  

• Produce financial reports, including monthly management accounts with supporting financial commentary and recommendations. 

• Review, monitor and manage forecasts, budgets and spends as required. 

• Produce cashflow and cash awareness as required. 

• Manage monthly journals, including revenue recognition (deferred/ accrued income), fixed assets, prepayments, accruals, payroll, pension. 

• Prepare year-end finances for accountants and check accuracy prior to filing. 

• Manage quarterly VAT returns. 

• Monitor currency rates and perform currency trade sells at the best rate. 

• Provide support for the monthly payroll, if required. 

• Resolve any queries relating to tax, audit, banking and other financial needs as necessary from employees, suppliers, clients and others. 

• Maintain financial policies, procedures and best practice for the company and work closely with other individuals and teams across the business to ensure they are followed. 

• Manage Bupa, pension and other employee benefits. 

• Prepare the R&D tax relief submissions, working alongside the Head of Technology. 

• Manage and maintain Xero accounting system. 

• Manage and maintain Synergist job management system.  

• Identify, recommend and implement areas for improvement to increase productivity, efficiency, accuracy, and cost reductions.  

• Support the leadership team with other finance related tasks, such as maintaining company records, actioning annual company filings and managing insurance policies, as required. 

• Support with general office management and operations duties when necessary.  

Technical skills 

• Advanced understanding of accounting principles and practices. 

• A relevant accounting qualification (ACCA, CIMA or ACA) or part-qualified with experience in a senior finance role. 

• Proven experience within a similar role. 

• Proactive, hands on with a positive ‘can-do’ attitude. 

• Commercial and business awareness. 

• Advanced knowledge and experience of using Xero accounting software.  

• Knowledge of Synergist job management system would be beneficial. 

• Ability to effectively manage multiple tasks, projects and priorities to ensure they are all delivered on time and to the highest standard. 

• Excellent attention to detail. 

• An analytical mind and the desire to probe further into data.  

• Ability to develop strong working relationships. 

• Good mentoring and team development skills. 

• Excellent communication – both written and verbal. 

• High level of professionalism, ensuring absolute confidentiality at all times. 

• Good understanding of GDPR requirements. 

• Competent user of Microsoft Outlook, Teams, Word and Excel. 

• Advanced skills within Microsoft Excel. 

Please note, the successful candidate will require a DBS check upon joining.

Torpedo is an equal opportunities employer. We embrace diversity and provide an inclusive environment where our team can grow.

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