Finance Manager

A great role has arisen for a Finance Manager on a 12 month FTC basis to join a blue-chip company based in Newcastle. Responsibilities: * Manage cash forecasting, reporting, bank reconciliations, and cash book postings in line with group guidelines. * Lead the period-end timetable, ensuring timely completion of tasks, including reconciling key general ledger balances monthly. * Coordinate the preparation and submission of quarterly returns, including VAT and Waste Management. * Oversee the intercompany process and resolve related queries. * Manage ledger and Balance Sheet reconciliation. * Own the AR and AP processes for the Polymers sub-division. * Collaborate with commercial and financial teams to address and resolve financial issues. * Review and improve processes and systems for greater efficiency. * Manage the Fixed Asset Register, ensuring compliance with IFRS16 within the sub-division. * Lead and mentor three direct reports, fostering their development and ensuring clear task delegation within the finance team. Requirements: * Part-qualified accountant (ACCA or CIMA) * Experience supporting and influencing operational colleagues across multiple locations * Excel and Power BI skills are advantageous * Strong analytical skills to interpret financial data, identify trends, and make recommendations for strategic decision-making * Management accounting experience gained in the service, logistics or waste industries an advantage By applying you will be registered as a candidate with Marc Daniels Specialist Recruitment Limited. Our Privacy Policy is available on our website and explains how we will use your personal data