Lead Financial Strategist

4 weeks ago


Belfast, United Kingdom Apple Recruitment Full time £55,000 - £65,000
Position: Finance Manager - Permanent Role

Company: Apple Recruitment

Overview:
We are representing a prestigious utilities organization that is committed to sustainability and has ambitious plans for the future. We are in search of a seasoned finance expert to spearhead their finance division.

Key Responsibilities:
- Report directly to the Finance Director, overseeing the entire Finance Department.
- This is a hands-on position requiring the preparation of essential financial statements and reports to ensure compliance with group reporting, legal, regulatory, and audit standards.
- Collaborate with Company Auditors and tax consultants regarding financial matters.

Qualifications:
- Must be a qualified Accountant (Chartered, Certified, or CIMA).
- Proven experience in an accounting setting.
- Proficient in accounting software and adept at handling corporate entities, commercial enterprises, and individual clients.
- Skilled in preparing Statutory Accounts, particularly with advanced Microsoft Excel capabilities.
- A flexible approach is essential, with the ability to process large volumes of data swiftly and accurately.

Performance Management:
- Conduct regular evaluations of the accounting function's effectiveness.
- Ensure the Finance Director and Senior Management Team receive timely financial and management reports, including oversight of internal monthly financial reporting.

Tax Management:
- Monitor the company's tax obligations, including the preparation of corporate tax returns and oversight of PAYE and VAT responsibilities.
- Stay informed about changes in the UK tax landscape and their implications for business performance.

Financial Oversight:
- Review financial returns on capital and revenue project assessments, as well as post-investment appraisal reports.
- Manage the organization’s banking and treasury operations, ensuring effective transaction handling and reconciliation of all bank accounts.

Cash Flow Management:
- Prepare regular short and medium-term cash flow forecasts and monitor Working Capital balances.
- Oversee Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable ledgers, including cash collection and debt recovery services.

Work Arrangement:
This organization does not provide a work-from-home or hybrid option; however, the successful candidate may submit a request for flexible working arrangements after meeting specific criteria.

Benefits:
- Permanent position with opportunities for part-time applications.
- Participation in a performance bonus scheme offering a potential 10-15% target bonus.
- Contributory pension scheme with enhanced employer contributions for eligible staff.
- Additional benefits include life assurance, enhanced maternity and sick pay, a 'Give as you Earn' scheme, 20 days of annual leave plus 11 bank holidays, and up to 5 extra days for long service.
- Access to a further education policy, dedicated health and wellbeing programs, and an employee assistance program.

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