Location:Croydon Head Office (Full-Time, Monday Friday)
Reports to: Finance Director
About the Role
We are a centralized head office managing the accounting and commercial operations for a diverse portfolio of private companies across the Logistics, Chemical Manufacturing, and Dental sectors.
We are looking for a hands-on Finance Manager to oversee 10 distinct company accounts. These entities range from small, low-transaction companies up to our largest Dutch business, which turns over €40m.
This is a stable position for someone looking to make a long-term commitment (5+ years) and grow with the business. The role would suit an experienced manager or a newly qualified ACA looking for a commercial move into industry.
Key Responsibilities
Management Accounts, Budgets & Forecasts: Take full ownership of the monthly management accounts, budgeting, and forecasting cycles across all 10 entities.
Commercial & Cash Flow Management: Manage day-to-day cash flow, oversee billing, and maintain control over payment processes to ensure suppliers are paid within credit terms.
Audit & Compliance: Deal directly with external auditors and manage the year-end process. Ensure compliance across the portfolio, utilizing a strong understanding of UK GAAP and IFRS, alongside managing multi-company VAT returns.
Team Management: Directly manage and mentor a finance team of 5 to 8 people, ranging from seniors to trainee apprentices.
Operational Support: Act as the main point of contact for day-to-day queries. This includes checking product sales prices, tracking stock locations, joining customer calls, and managing credit checks and credit insurance.
System Processes: We are currently switching our systems over to Sage 200. You will have the opportunity to help shape and establish the financial processes within the new system.
Executive Exposure: Work closely with the Finance Director and the Managing Director, which will include projects outside the norm such as funding applications.
Requirements
Professional Qualification: Fully qualified. An ACA background / practice training is preferred (newly qualified candidates are welcome), but we will also consider strong ACCA qualified professionals.
Working Style: Hands-on and adaptable. You must be comfortable switching between high-level financial reporting and day-to-day operational details like stock and supplier queries.
Communication: Clear and effective English communication skills are essential, as you will regularly interact with stakeholders, customers, and investors.
Commitment: Looking for a long-term career move (5+ years) rather than a short-term stepping stone.
Why Apply?
This role offers the variety of managing a portfolio of companies with the direct decision-making of an entrepreneurial head office. You will have the autonomy to implement processes within your team, fully supported by the FD and MD.
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