Sole Charge Finnace Manager

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  • Job type

    Permanent
  • Location

    London
  • Working Pattern

    Full-time
  • Specialism

    Part Qualified Accountant
  • Industry

    Accountancy Firms
  • Pay

    50000 -55000

Sole Charge Finance Manager Vacancy / London / £50,000 - £55,000 / Hybrid

Job Title: Sole Charge Finance Manager

Reports To: Finance Director
Salary: £50,000 - £55,000
Contract: Permanent, Full-time (Mon–Fri, 9am–5:30pm)
Location: Hybrid – Vauxhall SE1 / WFH (min. 2 days/week in office; full-time office-based during induction)
Start Date: ASAP

Role Overview

A manufacturing firm is hiring a Sole Charge Finance Manager to lead financial operations, support strategic planning, and ensure accurate reporting. The role demands strong leadership, communication, and technical accounting skills.

Key Responsibilities

  • Prepare monthly management accounts and variance analysis (Sales, COGS, margins, operating costs)
  • Reconcile balance sheet accounts
  • Manage banking, cash flow forecasting (13-week rolling), and payment runs
  • Oversee VAT returns (UK & Netherlands), payroll journals, fixed asset register, and petty cash
  • Liaise with IT providers and E-Commerce team for system support
  • Analyse trade show ROI
  • Support the audit process and liaise with auditors.
  • Oversee AR/AP functions, credit control, and customer terms
  • Maintain accounts mailbox and ensure timely responses
Essential Skills
  • 2+ years producing management accounts
  • Strong Excel skills
  • Proficient in SAP
  • Excellent written and spoken English
  • Comfortable in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
Desirable Skills
  • Experience with multi-currency transactions
  • Business systems development
KPIs
  • Timely month-end reporting
  • High accuracy with minimal adjustments

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