Senior Finance Manager
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Job Location:
Manchester - UK
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
Yesterday
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
This Senior Finance Manger role forms part of the finance team in the UK reporting to the Project Director and managing the delivery of shared services across the UK. The scope of the shared services covers payables and payroll invoicing and treasury management and reporting and compliance.
The finance function has been through a period of transformation over the past year with entity specific finance resources being centralised into one UK finance team and the migration onto a new ERP Oracle. This role must now build upon that progress and ensure that all shared service activities have the correct level of stewardship and demonstrable SLAs are in place and regularly communicated to key stakeholders.
There is a strong emphasis on people management to ensure the successful functioning of the team. This role would be based at our Manchester office. We operate a hybrid working policy this role would require 2 to 3 days in the office each week.
This role will involve setting up new systems and procedures as part of a major Government project. You will be leading and building a new team working closely with the client in this exciting and challenging new opportunity.
Responsibilities:
- Lead & coordinate all activities related to the day-to-day performance of the accounting administration and reconciliation for the company and for the Government client
- Prepare weekly monthly and annual financial statements in accordance with the contractual requirements ensuring all reporting deadlines are met
- Responsible for overseeing accounts payable and vendor payment activities accounts receivable bank deposits accounting software and banking transactions fixed assets
- Responsible for overseeing monthly payroll employee benefits and salary administration payroll related reconciliations
- Responsible for regular performance scorecard analysis and reporting
- Manage tax functions remittances and filings to comply with UK tax regulations
- Monitor and analyse monthly operating results against budget; manage the preparation of quarterly financial forecasts; conduct cost and control analysis to maximise return on assets
- Interact with management and conduct perform and submit financial report status reports budget information recommendations and problem alerts to management
- Develop and manage annual budget preparation communicate actual to budget performance variances to department manager
- Act as project manager for finance and administration related projects on an as needed basis
- Manage external accounting and tax audits and all communication exchanges with external accounting firm or tax authorities
Qualifications :
- Professional certifications such as ACCA CIMA CPA or ACA (preferred).
- Strong background in financial reporting including preparing weekly monthly and annual financial statements.
- Hands-on experience in overseeing accounts payable accounts receivable payroll administration and managing banking transactions.
- Experience of working on projects with the Government would be beneficial
- Experience in financial forecasting budget management and performance analysis including regular budget variance analysis.
- Familiarity with fixed asset management and financial reconciliation processes.
- Experience in external audits including managing relationships with external accounting firms and tax authorities.
- Expertise in preparing financial reports in compliance with contractual requirements and meeting strict deadlines.
- Proficient in accounting software (Sage) and ERP systems (e.g. Oracle) for daily operations reconciliations and financial reporting.
- Ability to liaise effectively with vendors clients and other stakeholders to ensure smooth accounting operations
Additional Information :
We are committed to our planet
In each project we design engineer and operate we care deeply about the legacy were leaving behind. As part of our team youll have a unique opportunity to use your skills and expertise to shape a better future for our communities in the UK and all around the globe. Our commitment is translated in the work carried out by our Egis Foundation which funds concrete actions to address the climate crisis and is focused on educational and social initiatives that will help in the responsible and sustainable shift towards a sustainable world.
Equality Diversity & Inclusion
We at EGIS are an Equal Opportunities employer and we recognise the value of a Diverse Organisation. EGIS appreciates all job applications. If you decide to apply for an opportunity at EGIS your application will be assessed based purely on your experience the essential and desirable criteria and your suitability for the role. We value each and everyones contribution as this builds our culture and means if you work for EGIS you will be included listened to and respected.
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Full-time
Key Skills
- Accounting Software
- Time Management
- Accounts Administration
- Accounts Receivable
- Accounts Reconciliation
- Administrative Skill
- Leadership skills
- Accounting & Finance
- Accounts Management
- Communication
- Analysis Skills
- Relationship Management
- Team Player Spirit
- Budgeting Skills
- Accounts Payable
About Company
Egis is a leading global architecture, consulting, construction engineering and operating firm. We work side by side with clients to build a more balanced, sustainable and resilient world.
