Divisional Finance Manager

Divisional Finance Manager At Jonas we have long realised that our greatest asset is our employee base. As such we strive to provide our team with a fantastic working environment and an enriching career, which we know will translate into world class service to our valued clients. This allows Jonas Software to maintain and extend our lead as the premier software and services provider in each of our markets. If being part of a growing organization that moves at a fast pace and constantly strives to get better each and every day is what you are looking for, then we want to hear from you. Everyone has heard the sports analogy "to be the best, you have to beat the best"; well at Jonas Software we have tweaked that slightly to fit vertical market software. We believe to be the best you have to hire and retain the best Reporting to the Finance Director, primary responsibilities will be overseeing the team responsible for payroll & pensions; finance systems, group regulatory compliance; Jonas/CSI reporting and audit; and cash management across the UK Jonas group of companies. The successful candidate will be expected to grow within the organisation. JOB RESPONSIBILITIES: Oversee all aspects of payroll including monthly payroll, external and internal reporting, HMRC filings, pensions and payroll queries Ensure compliance with all statutory and taxation matters, including PAYE, NI, Corporation Tax (Group oversight) and VAT. Ensure compliance with all relevant finance and tax regulations Manage and improved the inter-company transactions process with a focus on month-end reconciliation; address and resolve variances Ensure efficient cash management for the Jonas UK portfolio of businesses Manage the financial and management reporting and control for Jonas UK’s investments Help to drive improvement of working cash management throughout the businesses Take responsibility for the UK VAT Group and EC Sales List Consolidation ensuring compliance and integration of new acquisitions Liaise with Jonas Head Office and CSI to meet all routing and ad-hoc reporting requirements Along with the Group CEO and Portfolio Managers, certify internal control compliance checklists for submission to Jonas Head Office Manage the statutory external audit process for legal entities within areas of responsibility Work with Jonas HQ and CSI on internal audit issues and controls Oversee the forecasting and review of the central hub’s management accounts Assist in the preparation of periodic financial statements and supporting schedules, together with variance analyses, tax computations and cash flow forecasts Manage the relationships for our auditors, banks, tax advisors, insurance & pensions Oversee the integration of new acquisitions into the UK payroll function, central invoicing and expense systems Lead general process changes and improvements. Drive best practice solutions Assist in and/or manage other administrative situations that come about via various activities related to M&A and company-wide synergies Coach, mentor and develop team members through regular feedback, reviews and development plans Oversee and/or act as bank administrator for various Jonas UK bank accounts Provide central resource to help delivery of business projects Contribute to the success of the overall corporate strategy. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS& EXPERIENCE: CIMA/ACCA/ACA qualification Strong commercial acumen and financial analysis skills Familiarity with accounting systems, ideally Great Plains People management, leadership and mentoring skills Excellent verbal and written communication skills Project management skills Strong Excel modeling, data interrogation and reconciliation skills Knowledge of IFRS is an asset but not required Experience in software or high tech industry is an asset. Your personal characteristics will include: A team player, coupled with effective communication and strong problem-solving skills Strong analytical skills, with a good command of detail People oriented with excellent client facing skills Ability to self-motivate and work toward deadlines with limited supervision Ability to meet deadlines in a rapidly changing business environment The ability to work to tight deadlines, under pressure to produce accurate and complete results Confident in their ability to interact with a range of stakeholders from varied backgrounds and most senior levels including the MD’s of the divisions Ability to manage a team to produce timely and reliable management information reports in accordance with deadlines Ability to take the lead on various projects, including new acquisition integrations and business process improvements which will involve liaising with personnel from non-financial backgrounds Excellent analytical, research and problem-solving skills Works well in a team environment.