Group Finance Manager

Group Finance Manager
1-year FTC
Salary from £62.5k

Chichester based + hybrid working

About the Company
A well-established international business is seeking an experienced and proactive Group Finance Manager to lead the financial operations of the parent company on a 1-year fixed term contract basis. This is a key leadership role, responsible for ensuring accuracy, compliance, and efficiency across all accounting, tax, treasury, and reporting functions. You will also play a strategic role in driving improvements and supporting business-wide initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

Accounting & Reporting

• Deliver timely and accurate monthly management accounts, budgets, and forecasts.
• Reconcile balance sheet accounts and review cost centre variances.
• Oversee payroll, pensions, and employee-related reporting.
• Support statutory accounts preparation and financial planning.

Tax & Treasury

• Prepare and submit UK VAT, Corporation Tax and other statutory returns.
• Act as the internal expert on UK tax developments.
• Manage Group Treasury operations, including debt and cashflow forecasting.

Projects & Leadership

• Lead financial systems improvements and process efficiencies.
• Coordinate internal audit responses and act as the primary contact for finance queries.
• Mentor and develop a small finance team (2 direct reports)
• Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external partners.

What We re Looking For

• Fully qualified Accountant with at least 3 years PQE
• Strong technical expertise in accounting, tax, VAT, payroll and treasury
• Demonstrated ability to lead projects and implement process improvements.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• Good team management experience
• Ability to support the business during year end audit.
• A flexible and adaptable approach, strong business partnering skills and a can do attitude.

Applicants must be available to start before end of January, be able to commit to a 1-year contract, live a commutable distance and have full RTW in the UK.

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