Finance manager

Company Background: We are recruiting for an expanding people centric business operating in a fast-moving and highly competitive sector. They operate throughout the UK Overseas with their HQ based in Derbyshire. They are expanding in both turnover and profit due to their customer centric based approach, market leading products and top-quality people. They are a people-based business, so teamwork and collaboration are key personality traits that they look for when recruiting new team members. The Role: Reporting to the Group Financial Controller and part of the finance team responsible for the global treasury and accounts payable function. This is a progressive role for an ambitious and self-motivated individual looking to develop their career. Key Responsibilities: * Responsible for the day-to-day operation of the finance function in respect of the purchase ledger, payments, and treasury function * Managing the foreign currency exposure and funding through day-to-day decision making * Support the forecasting and FX hedging including GBP and USD cover analysis * Ensure accurate, timely and compliant management of all accounting transactions * Maximise Money Market deposits to ensure interest received is realised * Take ownership and deliver continuous improvement of all transactional and key finance processes for the UK and overseas subsidiaries * Detailed cashflow reporting and forecasting to ensure effective working capital management * Management, development, mentoring and support of the AP team * Continuous improvement of process accuracy and efficiency * Provide support to the Group Financial Controller and other stakeholders as required Candidate Profile: * Previous experience in a similar role including cashflow management and reporting * Experience of managing and developing a transactional finance team * Strong MS Office experience and knowledge including intermediate/advanced Excel * A positive lsquo;can do rsquo; attitude to establish key relationships with all stakeholders * Able to work as part of a team as well as use own initiative * Experience of using Navision desirable * Ability to work in a fast paced and growing environment * QBE or studying towards a recognised qualification relevant to the role Salary Benefits: * Circa GBP35,000 + benefits * Hybrid working and an early Friday finish * Flexible working scheme including earlier/later finish times * Study support and learning and development support * Employer pension scheme and Life Assurance of 4x salary * Enhanced maternity and paternity benefits * Free on-site parking