Business Finance Manager

1 day ago


Colchester, Essex, United Kingdom Universal Business Team Full time
About the Job

We are looking for an experienced Business Finance Manager to join our team at Universal Business Team in Colchester. The successful candidate will have a strong background in financial management, analysis, and reporting, as well as experience in leading teams.

Main Responsibilities:

  • Lead the finance team, providing guidance and support to ensure delivery of financial objectives
  • Develop and implement financial strategies to drive business growth and profitability
  • Manage the preparation of financial reports, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements
  • Work closely with department heads to establish and manage budgets
  • Provide regular financial analysis and insights to stakeholders
  • Manage relationships with external partners, including credit reference agencies
  • Implement process improvements to increase efficiency and reduce costs

Requirements:

  • Experience: Proven success as a Financial Controller or senior finance role in a small to medium enterprise
  • Qualifications: Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA) with strong commercial and technical skills
  • Skills: Expertise in financial planning, analysis, and reporting
  • Mindset: Strategic thinker, able to communicate complex ideas effectively
  • Systems: Experience in implementing financial software and systems

Benefits:

  • Salary: £48,000 - £58,000 per annum
  • Free snacks and hot drinks
  • Monthly staff meetings with free lunch
  • 22 days paid holiday plus bank holidays increasing to 25 days with service
  • A company laptop
  • On-site parking
  • Growth-by-sharing bonus scheme

Working Hours: 9:00am - 6:00pm, Monday to Friday


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