Job description
My client is a SME publishing business specialising in design and art books . They are looking for a Finance Director to join this established, yet growing business. The Finance Director will be a member of the Board of Directors responsible for the strategic management of the Company.
The role will involve: - Prepare quarterly trading forecasts and budgets, including cashflows and other appropriate management reports.
- Provide quarterly Management Accounts and monitor performance against forecasts and budgets.
- Work on specific projects which require detailed financial analysis, often at the request of the Managing Director
- Responsible for day-to-day management of the Accounts Office
- Control of the Company’s finances including overdraft facilities, foreign currency, and treasury functions.
- Management of relationship with the Company’s Bankers.
- Ensure monthly payroll and VAT is properly managed.
- Manage receivables, securing timely payment of debt.
- Preparing draft statutory accounts and liaising with auditors
-Monitoring assets, including stocks and work-in-progress.
The ideal candidate will be an experienced qualified accountant. A publishing background would be an advantage. This is a great opportunity to join an impressive publishing business and make a difference to the finance team.
Goodman Masson is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
Goodman Masson is an equal opportunities employer.