Assistant Finance Manager

An opportunity has arisen for an Assistant Finance Manager to join a renowned Science and Research organisation based in Bedford. The role offers a mixture of Management Accounts and Sales Ledger responsibilities, with full study support available for the successful candidate.

Client Details

The client is a widely respected Science and Research organisation based in Bedford.

Description

Key responsibilities of the successful Assistant Finance Manager include:

Assisting the Financial Controller through:

• Preparing monthly reports to add value to the organisation's decision making
• Driving through improvements to the department
• Conducting regular reviews of group aged debts and presenting strategies to senior management

Leading the Sales Ledger team through:

• Line management of the Credit Control team
• Setting objectives and carrying out appraisals of the team
• Having an active role in training and developing the team
• Ensuring proper monthly closedown routines are observed

Profile

The successful Assistant Finance Manager will have:

• Minimum of 5 GCSEs grade A-C or equivalent
• Studying a recognised Accounting qualification such as ACCA or CIMA
• Recent examples of continuous professional development
• Experience of working in a busy Accounting function
• Some management and/or training experience
• Excellent IT skills
• Attentive with an eye for detail
• A clear and effective communicator
• Preferably educated to degree level
• Preferably working knowledge of Agresso Business World
• Preferably experience in producing month-end accounts

Job Offer

The successful Assistant Finance Manager will receive:

• A competitive salary and benefits package
• Full study support
• Generous holiday allowance
• Direct line management of staff
• Opportunities for growth and progression
• Modern, open-plan office spaces