Kenton Black Finance

Company Details & Job Overview:Based in Chorley, just off the M61 and within easy commute form surrounding towns and the M6, this successful and well established construction and specialist civil engineering group have grown in size and are currently seeking a Finance Manager to strengthen the finance function. With a number of high profile clients they operate across the UK and continue to acquire new business units. Known for providing a quality product, with a solid reputation in the market they also boast a strong foothold in a highly competitive market. This office based role is available on a temporary contract, or alternatively a temporary to permanent opportunity. There is the requirement for a permanent Finance Manager, during the recruitment process for this person, the business also welcome options as an interim solution, or TTP.Your New Role As Finance Manager:As Finance Manager you shall be responsible for overseeing end-to-end finance operations along with the effective and timely processing and production of monthly management accounts and production of financial and management information and reporting packs to support strategic decision making. With direct management of a management accountant and assistant accountants along with overseeing the Purchase Ledger team, you shall ensure an efficient and robust operation for the business. You shall make a contribution to the annual budgeting process, year end close and assist with the audit, ensuring deadlines are adhered to at all times.Reporting to the Group FC, the successful candidate will form part of a small team focusing on financial and management accounting, financial reporting, and systems/process development to ensure the finance team provide timely and relevant management information and reporting to the CFO and wider management team, to aid decision making and drive continual improved performance across the whole business.Main role duties:• Preparation and analysis of Monthly Management Accounts • Ensuring the accuracy of data within the accounting systems• Supply of information to management, as required• Control of sales and purchase ledgers• Quarterly VAT Returns• Ensure processes are adequately documented• Ensure business is compliant with internal controls and procedures• Support Group Audit• Continual review and improvement of management reporting including working with BI analysts• Other work as directed by the Financial ControllerThis list is not exhaustive and may be added to or amended from time to time.Experience & Qualifications Required To Apply:You shall be QBE or formally qualified and have held a similar position in a fast paced environment. With a strong technical skillset, and able to remain focused in a hands-on role, you shall also have managed or supervised junior staff and be confident to oversee this area of finance. With a track record of developing and improving process and procedure, this role will suit a commercially astute FM/FC who may also look for a permanent post in the future. Interim options are also being considered, however, the skills and achievements must meet the above requirements. Salary And Reward On Offer:With a competitive salary, the ability to add value and scope to progress, this role will provide the autonomy to develop a finance department from the ledgers up. A strong set of benefits accompany the role for a permanent employee and you will be rewarded with an early Friday finish, and flexible working. This role is being handled by Darren Cadman, Kenton Black Finance Kenton Black Finance operate across the UK as a market leading recruitment partner, specialising in the attraction of finance talent across both permanent and interim requirements. With a team of dedicated experts, each with longevity operating in the finance arena, we maintain a proven track record and have established partnerships with businesses both large, small and those in their infancy. Market leaders, we provide recruitment solutions from entry level finance to directorship professionals. Operating from local offices in Preston, Manchester, Leeds, Liverpool, Birmingham and Glasgow, Kenton Black Finance remain a dynamic and effective recruitment partner who represent and attract only the finest finance talent in the local area and across the UK.

Kenton Black are excited to present an great new position within a Top 20 UK Accountancy Firm.This position can be based in any of their UK offices with flexibility on working from home as part of their 'Agile Working Policy'.SALARY & BENEFITS• 35 hour working week.• Flexible working around the core hours of 10am-4pm.• Paid overtime or time off in lieu.• Working from home allowance.• Profit-Sharing scheme (Average of £1,000).• 20 days annual leave with an additional day added after each years' service. • Buy or sell up to five days (35 hours) holiday a year.• Life assurance cover of four times salary.• Private Medical.• Enhanced Pension.Flexible benefits include:• Health cash plans.• Health screening/GP support.• Critical illness cover.• Dental and travel insurance.• Techscheme.• Cyclescheme.• Gymflex.• Workplace ISA.THE ROLEAs a Cloud Accountant for a Top 20 UK Firm you will play a key role within a newly created Cloud Accounting team in assisting the Senior Accounts Manager to implement the firm's strategy.You will be responsible for working with clients who wish to modernise their accounting systems, by upgrading them to a cloud accounting system, or enhancing their current arrangement.You will also be involved in the firm's 'Making Tax Digital' project by working with clients affected by the imminent changes to reporting under MTD ITSA whilst also onboarding those clients onto Xero to bring their records into a digital format. As the new Cloud Accountant, your role will include:• Onboarding clients onto cloud accounting systems like Xero, ensuring that data has transitioned accurately.• Providing clients with advice of how to make the most of their new cloud arrangement.• Working with and providing training to clients on cloud products.• Training internal teams regarding cloud products with an emphasis on how these can help.• Conducting research into new cloud products and testing these with a view to adding to the firm's app stack.With regards to the MTD ITSA project you will be • Working with team members to identify the clients affected reporting changes.• Contacting affected clients and assisting them with the onboarding process, such as setting up Xero bank feeds.• Providing training to clients where they wish to maintain their own Xero records.• Identifying opportunities for the firm to assist clients who do not wish to maintain their own Xero records.• Tracking progress of the clients on their digital journey and providing ad hoc training and advice.YOUR NEW TEAMYou will be part of a small team within a large and continually growing Top 20 firm where you will have the direct support of a Senior Manager and Director.ABOUT YOUYou will have strong numeracy and accuracy skills, along with good knowledge of Excel and Xero. You will also have a good understanding of other accounting systems such as Hubdoc and Dext.You will be hard working, show initiative and be self-motivated, with the ability to organise your own workload. You can display a flexible, professional approach and have the confidence and ability to communicate effectively with managers, partners and clients. You'll be a natural team player with a positive and enthusiastic attitude and excellent eye for detail.Please submit your CV for immediate consideration.Kenton Black Finance operate across the UK as a marker leading recruitment partner, specialising in the attraction of finance talent across both permanent and interim requirements. With a team of dedicated experts, each with longevity operating in the finance arena, we maintain a proven track record and have established partnerships with businesses both large, small and those in their infancy. Market leaders, we provide recruitment solutions from entry level accounting trainees to Director and Partner level. Operating from local offices in, Manchester, Preston, Leeds, Liverpool, Birmingham and Glasgow, Kenton Black Finance remain a dynamic and effective recruitment partner who represent and attract only the finest finance talent in the local area and across the UK.