Assistant Finance Manager- 12 month mat cover

Assistant Finance Manager- 12 month fixed term contract to start February 2027

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📍Location: Watford

💷Salary: £40,000 - £45,000

⏰Working Hours: Monday - Friday 8:30am-5:00pm (this role is fully office based)

🌟 Exciting Opportunity in Finance! 🌟

Our client is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Assistant Finance Manager to cover a maternity leave for a period of 12 months. This full-time office-based role is essential for ensuring the smooth running of the finance department and supporting the Finance Director with day-to-day operations. If you are ready to make an impact in the engineering sector, this could be the perfect role for you!

Responsibilities:

• Facilitate daily tasks as delegated by the Finance Director.


• Oversee the Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable departments.


• Serve as the first point of contact for day-to-day queries from Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, and sales department employees.


• Analyse and report on the efficiency of Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable.


• Provide valuable feedback on improving the company's cash flow.


• Assist in implementing changes within the finance department.


• Support the escalation of supplier and customer queries.


• Help prepare VAT returns and monthly commission calculations for payroll.


• Reconcile balance sheet reports, including Goods in Transit.


• Prepare management account reporting schedules.


• Participate in weekly debtors meetings with key management.


• Provide hands-on cover for leave within the finance department.


• Monitor cash flow requirements and assist with financial audits.

Skills Required:

• Intermediate to advanced Excel skills 📊


• Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and efficiency


• Excellent leadership and communication skills


• Analytical and critical thinking abilities


• Proven multitasking capabilities


• Previous experience using Sage Intacct would be highly desirable

✨ Additional Benefits: ✨

• 20 days of annual leave


• 6 personal days (non-contractual)


• Pension

If you are ready to take on a pivotal role and make a real impact, this opportunity is for you! Apply now and help drive the success of a leading organisation in the industry! ✨

Please call Millie on 01923 255626 if you have any questions.

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