Group Finance Manager

2 weeks ago

Chichester, West Sussex, United Kingdom 57432d73-2980-4faa-a20e-f2f547fb6844 Full time £80,000 - £100,000 per year

Group Finance Manager

1-Year Fixed Term Contract £Competitive Chichester + Hybrid Working

About the Company

A well-established international business is seeking an experienced and proactive
Group Finance Manager
to lead the financial operations of the parent company on a 1-year fixed term contract. This is a pivotal leadership role, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and efficiency across accounting, tax, treasury, and reporting functions. You'll also play a strategic role in driving improvements and supporting business-wide initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

Accounting & Reporting

  • Deliver timely and accurate monthly management accounts, budgets, and forecasts
  • Reconcile balance sheet accounts and review cost centre variances
  • Oversee payroll, pensions, and employee-related reporting
  • Support statutory accounts preparation and financial planning

Tax & Treasury

  • Prepare and submit UK VAT, Corporation Tax, and other statutory returns
  • Act as the internal expert on UK tax developments
  • Manage Group Treasury operations, including debt and cashflow forecasting

Projects & Leadership

  • Lead financial systems improvements and process efficiencies
  • Coordinate internal audit responses and act as the primary contact for finance queries
  • Mentor and develop a small finance team (2 direct reports)
  • Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external partners

What We're Looking For

  • Fully qualified Accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) with
    3+ years PQE
  • Strong technical expertise in accounting, tax, VAT, payroll, and treasury
  • Proven ability to lead projects and implement process improvements
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
  • Team management experience
  • Ability to support the business during year-end audit
  • Flexible, adaptable, and proactive with strong business partnering skills

Requirements

  • Available to start
    before end of January
  • Able to commit to a
    1-year contract
  • Living within a commutable distance of Chichester
  • Full Right to Work in the UK

If this sounds like the right opportunity for you,
apply today to find out more

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