Finance Manager
Stoke-on-Trent
£ 38000 - 41000/annum + benefits
This role focusses on the preparation, development and analysis of financial information for the management team to use when making well-informed decisions, in order to secure future stability, growth and profitability of the Company. Analysis of the performance of the business and advising on how to prevent problems, adapt to changing circumstances and improve value. Managing and reducing operational and production costs and implementing newer, more effective strategies; establishing and maintaining financial policies and management information systems, as well as provide a high-quality support service by liaising with management colleagues on all aspects of finance. The role combines accounting and business management skills.
Primary Responsibilities:
*Managing all day-to-day accounting operations, ensuring all transactions are recorded, filed and reported properly.
*Preparing periodic financial statements, including profit and loss accounts, budgets, cash flows, variance analysis and commentaries to specific deadlines.
*Monitoring and interpreting financial statements and forecasting future trends.
*Analysing change and advising accordingly.
*Analysing, formulating and advising on strategic and long-term business plans and forecasts.
*Offering professional judgement on financial matters and advising on ways of improving business performance.
*Advising on the financial implications of business decisions.
*Present financial reports to board members, stakeholders, ...