Optimum Recruitment Group are proud to be working exclusively for an SME business based in Leeds who are looking to appoint a Finance Manager.

You must be qualified with good PQE and ideally some commercial finance experience.

You will be responsible for:

• Coaching and managing direct reports 
• Being a proactive member of the Senior Management Team, providing advice, analysis and insight to the SMT, to achieve our growth plans and budgets.
• Manage the finance function ensuring all requirements are completed accurately and on time:
  • the preparation and review of monthly management accounts
  • update weekly production revenue plan and forecast.
  • prepare annual budgets.
  • responsible for the accuracy and timeliness of updating financial records.
  • providing accurate information for the processing of payroll and create templates to calculate commissions payments.
  • ensure all suppliers are paid promptly. 
  • complete VAT and other company returns.
  • preparation and review of statutory accounts. 
• Contribute positively to improving the financial and operating performance of the company through:
  • provision of Management information and finance KPI’s, including creating client profitability reports and other ad hoc analysis.
  • improving month end processes, reducing time spent by the team to create efficiencies.
  • including identifying areas for cost savings.
• Liaise with auditors and advisers regarding statutory compliance matters or other events.

The successful candidate will:

• 5+ years ACA / ACCA/ CIMA qualified
• Have excellent excel skills
• Demonstrate exceptional verbal and written communication skills
• Be personable and able to build strong candidate and colleague rapports
• Highly organised with the ability to multi-task
• Have a keen attention to detail
• Able to analyse and present data
• Have a positive attitude ready to work in a busy environment

The role would suit a strong Financial / Management or Group Accountant looking for their first Finance Manager opportunity. An amazing opportunity to add value to the business.

Salary up to c£58,000 plus benefits.