SF Recruitment are currently working with an organisation in Nottingham that are looking to recruit for a Finance Manager to join the business on a permanent basis. The Finance Manager will be responsible for the effective and efficient delivery of the companies Finance Division in line with contractual obligations and the company growth plans. You will support the company directors in setting in place good working practices including improved systems and processes. General day to day responsibilities will include: Successfully cultivate and manage continuing relationships with clients and stakeholders Identify wider opportunities for new business to business growth Take a proactive approach to productivity and meeting deadlines to ensure high levels of client satisfaction and quality standards Model the values, ethos and generic leadership and management expectations as set out in this document A culture underpinned by high quality and timely support - support that consistently promotes a can-do attitude. This will be evident when working effectively in a team or called on to perform any reasonable duty by a line manager / member of the Leadership & Management team. Driven by Learning and Development Programmes that are continuous and purposeful - we are committed to developing and improving our skills and knowledge through involvement, design / delivery and participation in formal and informal training and development processes as well as individually using own initiative. Policies and procedures are the pillars that drive consistency and transparency - promote and provide services that are fair, sensitive and responsive to the needs of customers. In line with company policy and procedures. Key duties: Work closely with the company directors in achieving the company's corporate objectives Implement effective line management that supports individual professional development from within the team and ensure team performance indicators are achieved. Successfully cultivate and manage continuing relationships with clients and stakeholders Ensure compliance with agreed rules, procedures, practices and standards across the department. Compliance with statutory regulations at the operational level and liaison with DfE, ESFA and other statutory bodies and clients on such matters. Ensure the provision of effective and efficient services by the department, in line with established quality standards and developing / reviewing service performance data and taking action as required. Ensure the production and maintenance of the service specifications and procedure documentation to underpin the working of the department. Accountable for the improvement of accounting systems and processes to further advance the services offered to clients Support with system development to ensure the finance processes and systems meet operational requirements. Support with the development and delivery of bespoke training for clients and colleagues Support clients with year-end accounting functions including accruals, prepayments and deferred income, external audit schedules, such as income reconciliations, lease schedules, fixed asset register etc in preparation for producing financial statements and external audit Support clients through the external audit process Support clients with budget setting and medium financial planning Undertake bespoke internal audits giving consideration to the Accounts Direction and IIA Standards as per client requirements Specific: CIMA / ACCA qualified or finalist 2 years proven experience working in the finance arena Ability to use accounting software E.g. PS Financials / Civica / Sage / FMS Experience of a customer focused role Experience of month / year end Trial Balance preparation Ability to explain financial data using non-financial jargon Hold a valid driving license and be willing to travel at least 3 to 4 times a week If this role sounds like the role for you. Please apply now for consideration.