Finance Manager

Job Title:

Finance Manager

Reports to:

Chief Executive Officer
Job Purpose
Provide a range of finance functions and is responsible for financial oversight of the two companies within The Gregynog Trust, the charity itself and the trading arm Gregynog Enterprises Ltd, encompassing daily processing and budget management reporting for managers, the CEO and the Board of Trustees
Direct Reports:  Finance Assistant

Location:

Gregynog Hall

Working Hours:

35
Contract Type:  Full Time, Permanent
Salary:  £35,000 pa
Responsibilities
Preparation and presentation of timely monthly management accounts for 2 companies including group consolidation and narratives. These need to show backward looking performance, budgeting information and projected out turns. For forward looking purposes and planning.
Produce two-weekly & monthly cash flows and forecasting to ensure there are sufficient funds to meet all creditor deadlines
Review and oversee the daily processing of transactions, ensuring accurate and timely records
Use the in-house booking system (Rezlynx) to obtain financial information to produce the monthly P&L and income forecasting
Oversee all prepayments and accruals to ensure they are accurately timed
Ensure correct VAT charging and recording is actioned and complete quarterly VAT returns for the VAT group including calculations for partial VAT recovery
Review and authorise payment runs
Ensure debtor balances are reviewed and appropriate actions taken
Create year end accounts and liaise in a timely manner with auditors to provide consolidated statutory accounts to be presented for approval at the Annual General Meeting
Provide ad-hoc reports and analysis to assist Trustees and managers in their prioritisation and decisions
Implement sound financial controls
Preparing payroll details for external payroll provider and managing staff salary payments for both contracted and casual workers
Leading and problem solving within the team and suggesting solutions when necessary
Fixed asset management  maintain fixed asset register and calculate depreciation
Support CEO with business plan and budget creation with 6 monthly reviews
Review and lead on all contractual matters i.e suppliers, procurement and energy to ensure we have the best value for money
Assist as appropriate in the preparation of applications for grants/funding and keeping detailed records for reconciliation to ensure we stay on track as per agreements
Oversee the control of the petty cash account and use of company credit card
Managing relations with auditors, professional bodies and payroll services while scrutinising legal and financial documents for accuracy and compliance
This position is office based 5 days a week
Act as Duty Manager, weekends and out of hours
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
AAT Level 4 or above
Desirable
CIMA  part/fully qualified
Skills, Knowledge & Experience
Essential
Highly computer literate and experienced in Microsoft Office applications including Excel
Experienced in Xero
Strong analytical skills with a flair for problem solving
Ability to communicate clearly and concisely
Full understanding of the importance of confidentiality
Desirable
Use of Rezlynx  a PMS system