Group Finance Manager
1-year FTC
£competitive
Chichester based + 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 basis. This is a key leadership role, responsible for ensuring accuracy, compliance, and efficiency across all accounting, tax, treasury, and reporting functions. You will 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 with at least 3 years PQE
- Strong technical expertise in accounting, tax, VAT, payroll and treasury
- Demonstrated ability to lead projects and implement process improvements.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
- Good team management experience
- Ability to support the business during year end audit.
- A flexible and adaptable approach, strong business partnering skills and a can do attitude.
Applicants must be available to start before end of January, be able to commit to a 1-year contract, live a commutable distance and have full RTW in the UK.
Please apply for more information!
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