An amazing newly created opportunity has arisen for a fast paced growing SME situated on the Essex / Herts border. The Finance Manager is someone who can work collaboratively as a team player, and is able to easily build and maintain strong working relationships and is able to lead by example.

Main responsibilities include

* Manage month-end close processes including the posting of accurate accruals, prepayments, and deferred income
* Produce monthly management accounts and department finance reports
* Work with department managers to identify areas of improvement to drive efficiencies and increase financial performance throughout the company
* Ensure the Finance Team is highly engaged, focused on the key priorities and developing in line with the needs of the individual and Planteria
* Ensure tax compliance, including VAT, PAYE, CIS and corporation tax, with support from external advisors
* Oversee external audits
* Assist the Finance Director with budget setting, financial modelling and improvements to finance systems and processes

To be considered for this opportunity you will need to demonstrate the following

* Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent)
* Proven experience as Finance Manager or Controller
* Experience working in a fast paced SME environment
* Experience working in a service industry would be beneficial

With a culture that promotes growth mindset, this is a unique opportunity to genuinely add value & support the growth of the business

For further information please contact Hannah Flindall