Finance Manager

Harrogate, UK IPS Finance An opportunity has arisen for an experienced Finance Manager to take responsibility for financial reporting, control and wider financial management across several group entities. Working alongside another Finance Manager and overseeing a small accounts team, the successful candidate will have a broad remit combining financial management with commercial involvement and direct engagement with the business owner. The position extends beyond traditional financial reporting to include banking and treasury management, tax planning, professional adviser relationships and involvement in property and corporate transactions. It will suit an experienced accountant who enjoys working within a privately owned business and is comfortable taking responsibility for a varied range of financial matters. Key Responsibilities Prepare monthly management accounts and financial reporting across four group companies working alongside another Finance Manager Manage month-end processes including journals, reconciliations, balance sheet reviews and maintaining accurate financial records Oversee a small accounts team, provide guidance, review work and maintain effective financial controls Review and approve property service charge budgets and maintain financial oversight of the property portfolio Manage banking arrangements across multiple accounts and group entities including cash balances, interest rates, payments and available funds Liaise with external accountants and professional advisers including major accountancy firms on corporate tax compliance, statutory obligations and the business owner's personal tax affairs Work with external tax advisers to identify and implement tax-efficient financial strategies covering both corporate and personal tax liabilities Engage with solicitors and other professional advisers on property and asset disposals Ensure financial and statutory compliance across the group including audit requirements, regulatory reporting and relationships with external advisers Provide financial advice to the business owner on asset management, cash flow, investment structures, financing arrangements and the wider financial interests of the group Person Specification Experienced Finance Manager or Financial Controller ideally ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified although applicants with substantial relevant experience will also be considered Strong technical accounting skills with experience of management accounts, balance sheet reconciliations, financial controls and multi entity reporting Experience within property investment, real estate, asset management or a privately owned group structure would be advantageous Commercially aware with the confidence to work directly with business owners, external accountants, tax specialists, banks and legal advisers Comfortable managing a small finance team while remaining involved in day-to-day accounting responsibilities Highly organised and detail focused with the ability to manage competing priorities and sensitive financial information Proactive and pragmatic with the judgement to identify financial risks and recommend improvementsSalary: £50,000 - £60,000 IPS Finance has 45 years’ experience in the Yorkshire accountancy recruitment market. We have built our business on long term relationships with both individuals and clients in all sectors, bringing real benefits to all concerned. Please visit our website to view the latest accountancy / finance and practice opportunities