Finance Manager - Rugby, United Kingdom - Master Jewellers

Description

Job Title:
Finance Manager


Location:
Rugby


Salary:
£50 to £55k per annum


Job type:
Full time/ Permanent Monday to Friday - 35 hours per week - work in the office 4 days a week and 1 day from home

We are the Company of Master Jewellers (CMJ), the largest watch and jewellery buying group in the UK and Ireland.

Founded in 1980, our group comprises some of the best independent retail jewellers and leading suppliers of jewellery, watches and retail solutions.

About the job:

The Company of Master Jewellers is a leading jewellery buying group seeking an experienced and motivated individual to join our team as a Finance Manager.

This role will be responsible for supporting the current Head of Finance and learning all aspects of financial management within our unique industry.

The Job role

• Assist the current Head of Finance in overseeing all aspects of financial management, including accounting, budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, and financial reporting.
• Learn and develop financial policies, procedures, and controls to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and industry best practices.
• Support the preparation and review of financial statements, reports, and analyses, and present financial information to senior management and stakeholders.
• Monitor and analyse financial performance against budget, forecasts, and key performance indicators, and provide recommendations for improvement.
• Learn and develop relationships with external auditors, banks, and other financial institutions, and oversee the preparation and submission of tax returns and other regulatory filings.
• Provide strategic financial advice and guidance to senior management, including financial modelling, scenario analysis, and business case development.
• Manage and develop a team of finance professionals, providing leadership, coaching, and mentorship.
• Deputise for the Head of Finance when required.
• Assist and implement a New Finance System, "go live" date April 2024

You will need:

• To be ACA or ACCA qualified.
• Minimum of three years' experience in a financial management role, preferably in the retail industry or a buying group.
• Experience with MS Dynamics would be an advantage but not essential.
• Strong understanding of financial accounting principles, practices, and regulations.
• Proven track record of managing budgets and delivering accurate and timely financial information.
• Experience with financial analysis, modelling, and forecasting.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain complex financial concepts to nonfinancial stakeholders and Board Members
• Strong leadership, management, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to motivate and develop a team.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities, work under pressure, and meet deadlines.

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