Assistant Finance Manager

Role Overview

The Assistant Finance Manager supports the Deputy CEO in delivering a high-quality finance function. This role is integral to the day-to-day financial operations of the business, contributing to financial control, reporting, and analysis.  The role also involves supervising junior finance staff and deputising for the Deputy CEO where required.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Control and Governance

·        Assist in the preparation and maintenance of the month-end timetable, ensuring deadlines are met.

·        Prepare the management accounts, including reconciliations and supporting schedules.

·        Review and assist with bank reconciliations and nominal ledger maintenance.

·        Complete VAT, fixed asset accounting, and general ledger integrity.

·        Assist with payroll processing, HMRC reporting, and pension submissions.

·        Contribute to the preparation of year-end statutory accounts and liaise with external auditors.

·        Provide cover for finance operations tasks (e.g. loan postings, payments, refunds) as required.

Financial Analysis and Reporting

·        Assist in analysing financial performance and investigating variances against budget.

·        Track grant utilisation and spend.

·        Contribute to KPI reporting, covenant tracking, and reporting to stakeholders.

Budgeting and Forecasting

·        Assist in the preparation of budgets and periodic reforecasts.

·        Work with budget holders to monitor and challenge expenditure.

·        Support short- and long-term cash flow forecasting.

·        Assist in monitoring cash position and highlighting risks or shortfalls.

Person Specification

Essential

·        Part-qualified or newly qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA or equivalent).

·        Experience working within a finance function, preferably in a small or growing organisation.

·        Strong analytical skills with high attention to detail.

·        Good communication and stakeholder engagement skills.

·        Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.

Desirable

·        Previous supervisory or team support experience.

·        Strong Excel and financial systems knowledge.

Additional Information

·        Hybrid working (approximately 8 days per month in the office)

·        Benefits include health plan, life insurance, income protection, flexible working, and retail discounts

Location: Coventry (Meriden Business Park)
Organisation: Fair For You Enterprise CIC
Regulated by: Financial Conduct Authority (FRN: 719715)

Indicative Salary: £37.5k.  Part time working will be considered.