To assist the Head of Finance in the robust month end close and production of timely and accurate management accounts. In addition, you will be responsible for assisting in preparing and analysing information to improve the commercial performance of the business.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Liaising with and reporting to the Head of Finance
• Overseeing and assisting with the preparation of the monthly management accounts pack, inclusive of the monthly P&L and balance sheet
• Analyse financial performance using key performance indicators that drive the performance of the business
• Assisting in obtaining, analysing and reporting on non-financial information to drive the performance of the business
• Recommend methods and strategies for reducing costs
• Preparation of the figures for annual budgets and revised forecasts during the year including the preparation of the commentary
• Assist with the year-end audit and work with external auditors
• Oversee daily finance activities and assist with the day to day financial control and management of the company
• Maintaining financial control throughout period end close
• Analysis and manipulation of large amounts of data
• Collaborate with other departments and provide support as required
• Assisting with ad-hoc tasks as required

KEY SKILLS & COMPETENCIES:

• Experience using management reporting systems
• Good understanding of financial transactions
• Ability to work to strict deadlines
• Previous experience working with Sage (Desirable)

EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

• ACA/ACCA/CIMA part-qualified preferable
• Degree educated with a strong academic background.
• Experience in a similar role.
• Strong working knowledge of MS Office

Sound of interest? Get in touch for more details: laura.gunby@markssattin.com