Anderson Knight are currently engaged with a key client in South Lanarkshire who is seeking to recruit the position of a Finance Manager. Reporting to the Head of Finance, the key duties will be to manage a small finance team and provide value add to the month end process and identify key risks within the operational and commercial activities.

The key duties of this role will include:

* Complete the month end reporting requirements and Balance Sheet reviews in line with the financial close process

* Support the Operational & Commercial teams on decision making

* Ensure compliance of key controls, work instructions and Standard operating processes

* Narrative and analysis of weekly trading, working closely with the commercial team understand movements

* Support Budget and forecasting preparation for operational activities

* Meet all Statutory requirements regarding VAT, Tax, PAYE & Payroll

* Lead on any cost reduction projects

* Financial and cash flow planning

* Maintain finance compliance and recommend improvements

* Support decision-making with insightful analysis and idea generation

* Understand stock and understand impact of stock usage on the business

* Able to budget and forecast and provide support to the Head of Finance

* Liaise with auditors ensuring year end time-table met

* Be an active member of SMT and ensure finance delivers for the wider business

The ideal candidate will possess the following the key skills:

* Fully Qualified

* Ability to work and lead within non financial staff

* Excellent analytical skills

* Strong team player with flexible attitude to work priorities

* Ability to work within tight deadlines and manage time effectively

* Experienced in month end processing

* Sage experience (desirable)

In return our client offers and excellent opportunity to join a leading operation who has enjoyed year on year growth over the past years. This will be a hands on role which offers hybrid working along with good prospects of career advancement.

To apply for this excellent opportunity, please forward your CV in complete confidence