Finance Manager

Location North Kent
Salary £45k - £55k
Contract North Kent
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We’re looking for a versatile and proactive Finance Manager to join our client’s successful business in North Kent. You’ll play a key role in their finance department, handling core accounting duties while supporting wider business functions. The ideal candidate will be confident managing day-to-day financial operations and comfortable taking ownership of tasks that may expand over time.

 

Key duties will include:

·       Prepare and post journal entries

·       Complete VAT returns across all group companies

·       Produce quarterly management accounts

·       Manage purchase ledger and supplier reconciliations

·       Oversee credit control and insurance of credit accounts

·       Produce cash flow forecasts and monitor variances

·       Reconcile control accounts and bank accounts (including USD and Euro)

·       Assist with stock control and inventory adjustments

·       Maintain records for government surveys

·       Prepare audit files and assist with year-end financial statements

·       Post accruals, prepayments, and lease-related entries

·       Liaise with external suppliers and professionals

·       Manage cost projection spreadsheets for business projects

 

The ideal candidate:

·       Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting

·       ACA, ACCA, or CIMA qualified – candidates who are qualified by experience are also welcome to apply

·       Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills

·       Ability to work independently and adapt to changing priorities

·       Comfortable using accounting software and Excel

·       A proactive mindset with a willingness to learn and grow

·       Gain exposure to a wide range of financial responsibilities

·       Opportunity to make a real impact in a growing company

Apply now

Consultant

Kate Porter

Associate Director