Finance Manager

Alleigs Global Solutions ,
Bracknell, Berkshire

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Company Description Allegis Global Solutions is founded on a culture that is passionate about transforming the way the world acquires talent by delivering client-focused solutions that make a difference for businesses worldwide. From refining how you manage your contingent workforce to strengthening your employer brand to recruit top talent, our integrated talent solutions drive the business results you need. If you have the passion, then we have the opportunity for you.8 (2 Direct Reports) Job Description The Finance Manager has responsibility for the quality and the continuity of the financial administration for a key expanding division of this substantial group across the EMEA region. Providing support, and training & advice to the team to enable the function to run efficiently. Responsibilities: * Working closely with the Group Financial Controller to assist with producing financial and management information in an effective and timely manner, managing procedures and controls, challenging internal processes and constantly seeking efficiencies across the Group * Working closely with the Commercial team, ensuring performance of client accounts are accurately reflected into the Gross Profit and at a product level the costs are correctly allocated t the appropriate product line * Full ownership of the monthly account's preparation including reporting through to the US * Liaise with local leadership ahead of monthly accounts finalising to ensuring they're reported accurately * Ensuring full reconciliation of all balance sheet items are completed as part of the month end process * Definition and implementation of controls around invoicing, payments and other sub ledger inputs * Assist with External Audits for the Group * Manage and assist with Monthly/Quarterly VAT Returns and reconciliations * Ensure accurate submission of EC Sales * Identification of any system errors and implementation of procedures to prevent further issues * Quarterly statutory adjustments are accurately processed into HFM * IFRS vs US GAAP Adjustments are captured into the Budget and actuals (Quarterly) within HFM * Support with the roll out of APAY system (Invoicing/finance automation & compliance) * Year-end financial reporting * Preparation of annual Statutory Accounts as required * Assistance of the Annual Audit for the Group * Responsible for improving process and financial controls * Ownership of EMEA annual budget process & monthly projections * Carrying out of such ad-hoc tasks as required by the Group Financial Controller * Manage a small team of 7-8 Qualifications Qualifications: * Qualified ACA/ACCA/CIMA * Management / Supervisory experience * Fully PC literate with the ability to use MS products * Aptitude for continual learning and development with different systems, applications and multiple software packages * Ability to use IT packages, mainly Excel to analyse and manipulate data (Advanced Level) * Proven ability to assist with auditing processes * High level of attention to detail and efficiency * Excellent time management and organisational capabilities * Ability to work under pressure, prioritise workload and meet deadlines * Ability to deliver a high quality service and commitment to continuous improvement * Highly organised, attentive and solution orientated. * Capable of working competently with diverse groups of people, data and processes accommodating an ever changing environment. * Confidently interfaces with all levels of staff internally and externally * Positively represents the organisation in areas of high customer visibility with poise and decisiveness * Personally accountable * Continuous learner, seeks growth and improvement * High character and work ethic and is a role model for others. Additional Information As a workplace, we focus on relationships - with each other, our clients and our candidates - in fact serving others is one of our core values. We support open communication and recognize that giving constructive criticism can be even harder than receiving it. We appreciate the fearless and the passionate, who force us to be better. Everything we do sits on a pillar of diversity - diverse perspectives, backgrounds and ideas drive innovation and make us successful. See what it's like to work at AGS by searching #LifeAtAGS on any social network. Qualifications: Qualifications: Qualified ACA/ACCA/CIMA Management / Supervisory experience Fully PC literate with the ability to use MS products Aptitude for continual learning and development with different systems, applications and multiple software packages Ability to use IT packages, mainly Excel to analyse and manipulate data (Advanced Level) Proven ability to assist with auditing processes High level of attention to detail and efficiency Excellent time management and organisational capabilities Ability to work under pressure, prioritise workload and meet deadlines Ability to deliver a high quality service and commitment to continuous improvement Highly