Finance Manager

An organisation based in Hull centre is recruiting a Finance Manager on an initial 6-month contract to cover a secondment. Potential for the role to be made permanent also.

The role is working within a small finance team, reporting to the CFO and with management responsibilities for 2 transactional staff members.

As well as a competitive salary on offer, the successful candidate will also receive a matched pension up to 6%, hybrid working options with 2 days per week from home and flexible start/finish times, and free on-site parking.

The successful candidate will have experience in a similar role and be available to start at very short notice.

Responsibilities include:

Financial Leadership and Team Management

• Lead, mentor, and develop a small finance team, ensuring delivery of high quality financial output.

• Oversee daily finance operations, ensuring strong governance, accuracy, and compliance.

• Foster a culture of continuous improvement.
Management Accounts & Annual Accounts

• Take complete ownership of monthly management accounts with clear analysis and insight.

• Lead the year end close and preparation of statutory accounts.

• Manage the R&D tax credit process
Budgeting, Forecasting & Financial Planning

• Prepare annual budgets and regular reforecasts.

• Prepare and maintain rolling cash flow forecasts.

• Support strategic decision making with financial modelling and scenario analyses.
Cash Flow & Working Capital

• Monitor cash flow and ensure effective working capital management.

• Recommend actions to optimise cash cycles.
Payroll & Compliance

• Oversee accurate and timely payroll processing.

• Maintain adherence to finance policies, regulations, and internal controls.
Taxation Management

• Own all areas of taxation, including corporation tax, VAT, PAYE, and any sector specific tax compliance.

• Liaise with external tax advisers where necessary.

• Ensure timely and accurate submissions of all tax returns.

• Monitor legislative changes and assess tax implications for the business.

• Optimise tax efficiency while maintaining full compliance.
Financial Systems & Process Improvements

• Lead enhancement of financial systems, automation, and reporting capabilities.

• Streamline processes and strengthen internal controls.

What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. #