Finance Manager - Robert Half : Job Details

Robert Half Finance & Accounting are recruiting for an experienced and QualifiedFinance Manager to join a PE backed business in Liverpool. This leadership opportunity offers the chance to shape and drive strategic direction within a newly created shared service function. With a focus on building a culture of operational excellence, control, and accuracy, this role is designed for a candidate who is passionate about driving efficiency, coaching teams, and delivering results.

The Role:

Reporting to the Director of Group Shared Services, key responsibilities of the Finance Manager will include:

• Managing and optimising end-to-end financial reporting processes, such as journal postings, reconciliations, VAT and Balance Sheet controls and more.
• Ensuring financial controls and compliance with internal policies and standards.
• Hire, train and lead a team of finance professionals while championing best practices and operational efficiency.
• Collaborating with key stakeholders, including Group Finance, auditors, and wider business units, to ensure smooth operations.
• Coaching and mentoring your team, fostering a culture of growth and continuous improvement.
• Leveraging data and performance metrics to drive process improvements and achieve operational excellence.

What We're Looking For:

To thrive in this role, you'll need to bring the following qualifications and experiences:

• A qualified accountant (ACA or ACCA preferred).
• Strong financial controls background
• Expert understanding of financial reporting processes, including intercompany reconciliations, fixed assets handling, and accounts close procedures.
• A desire and willingness to take on supervisory responsibilities as the role progresses
• A background in finance roles such as controller, technical accountant, or auditor, and a strong grasp of accounting standards and financial controls.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, combined with clear and effective communication abilities.

Salary & Benefits

• £70,000 salary
• 25 days holidays
• Annual bonus
• Private Healthcare
• New offices on the outskirts of Liverpool

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