Finance Manager

Optimal Maintenance
ABOUT US: Optimal Maintenance Ltd offers property maintenance to a variety of clients from housing associations to high-end estate agents. Optimal Maintenance Ltd offers a professional service covering all types of property maintenance. This could be a carpenter to fit a new door lock, a gas safe plumber to install a new boiler or a full property refurbishment. No job is too small and, as a result, this means that properties receive the care they deserve with a high level of customer service from both office and field staff. THE ROLE: We are looking to expand our team and are seeking to recruit a dynamic and articulate Finance Manager. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing the company s financial operations and strategy, including financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and analysis. You will be line-managing the Finance Executive to ensure the smooth running of administrative procedures and support Senior Management in streamlining and growing the business. KEY TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES: • Financial reporting, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting, including monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements • Balance sheet reconciliation and maintenance of ledgers • Preparation of annual budgets and cash flow forecasts • Managing account payable and receivable functions, making all payments to suppliers, payroll etc • Preparation and submission of VAT Returns • Maintaining up to date payments and records for HMRC • HR Function Recruiting staff, dealing with stuff departures and maintaining HR records in line with government legislation. Making payroll payments and managing pension records • Dealing with third party suppliers relationships, managing contracts etc • Maintenance of financial elements of Power BI • Any other tasks as required by the business and Directors Please note that this list of tasks and responsibilities is not exhaustive and the post holder may undertake other duties as required. THE IDEAL CANDIDATE SHOULD HAVE: 1. Studying towards or qualified (ACA/ACCA/CIMA/AAT) 2. Experience of using Microsoft 365 and Xero accounting software 3. Ability to multi-task and work in high pressure environments 4. Experience in budgeting, reporting and finance operations 5. Flexible, adaptable and can-do attitude 6. Excellent interpersonal skills 7. Decision-making based on company objectives 8. Advanced Excel skills 9. Confidentiality and discretion are required at all times 10. Strong leadership and communication skills 11. Adaptable to the needs of the business and new technologies