Job type
PermanentLocation
ThameWorking Pattern
Full-timeSpecialism
Senior Finance QualifiedIndustry
Technology & Internet ServicesPay
Circa 50k
Assistant/ Finance Manager
Your new company
Job Title: Assistant Finance Manager
Location: Thame (On-site, 5 days/week)
Salary: Up to £50,000 per annum
About the Role
We are seeking a proactive and hands-on Assistant Finance Manager to join our growing business in Thame. This is a key role within a small, stable finance team, offering excellent exposure across all areas of finance and succession planning opportunities. You’ll be instrumental in strengthening the department’s analytical and reporting capabilities while ensuring smooth day-to-day operations.
Key Responsibilities
- Payroll Management:
- Full ownership of payroll processing using SAGE Payroll
- Ensure compliance and accuracy across monthly payroll cycles
- Month-End Routine:
- Assist with month-end close, journals, reconciliations, and reporting
- Support budgeting and forecasting processes
- Banking & Payments:
- Manage bank payments and reconciliations
- Oversee cash flow and ensure timely supplier payments
- Credit Control:
- Take charge of credit control processes
- Improve debtor management and reduce aged debt
- Reporting & Analysis:
- Prepare financial reports and dashboards for management
- Support budgeting and variance analysis
- Systems & Processes:
- Use SAGE for accounting and payroll
- Learn and support supply chain finance processes (not difficult to learn)
Candidate Profile
- Qualifications:
- Minimum AAT qualified
- QBE (Qualified by Experience) candidates will only be considered with strong payroll and month-end experience.
- Experience:
- Proven experience in payroll, credit control, and month-end routines
- Strong working knowledge of SAGE
- Experience in a growing business environment preferred
- Skills & Attributes:
- Hands-on and detail-oriented
- Friendly and collaborative team player
- Comfortable working in a business without a separate HR function
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Why Join Us?
- Be part of a friendly, stable team with a supportive culture
- Opportunity to beef up the finance department and make a real impact
- Early finish on Fridays
- Succession planning and career development opportunities
- On-site role with potential for hybrid flexibility
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
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