Finance Manager

Overall Purpose 

To deliver a full suite of financial management services, including the preparation of month-end 
reporting, insightful commentary, and analysis, alongside leading and engaging the finance team. The role is also responsible for developing and implementing robust processes, systems, and controls to  ensure a strong financial governance and control environment.

Qualifications: 

Qualified accountant (CA / ACA / ACCA) – key knowledge in FRS102 and IFRS  Minimum 5 years’ post qualified experience in finance or management accounting Strong background in, leading a teamin delivery of monthly financial reporting and audit delivery and controls and governance.

Responsibilities: 

·       Lead and manage a dedicated finance team, coordinating month-end close processes, 

        preparation and review of monthly management accounts, delivering clear variance analysis  commentary  

·       Support the preparation of budgets and forecasts, ensuring alignment with business objectives  

·       Ensure a strong financial control environment, with documented processes and appropriate 

        segregation of duties  

·       Oversee balance sheet reconciliations, accounts payable and receivable processes and ensure 

        completeness and accuracy of financial data 

·       Review payroll submissions to ensure accuracy, compliance, and appropriate approvals  

·       Prepare monthly VAT reconciliations and submit VAT returns in accordance with Isle of Man 

        Customs and Excise requirements. 

·       Take ownership of the preparation of annual financial statements ensuring they are in line with 

        applicable FRS102 standards and preparation of annual tax return 

·       Being the key contact for deliverables of the annual audit process and contributing to the overall

        Group audit requirements  

Person, skills, and knowledge specification: 

• Strong communication skills, with the ability to clearly articulate financial information to both

         finance and non-finance stakeholders  

• Advanced Excel capability, combined with strong analytical, evaluative, and problem-solving

         skills   

• Highly motivated and proactive, with the confidence to work independently while also

         collaborating effectively within a team  

• Proven leadership experience, with the ability to manage, support, and develop team members

         across varying levels of experience, promoting a culture of continuous improvement and  accountability 

• Excellent attention to detail, with a strong ability to prioritise and deliver high-quality work under

         pressure and to tight deadlines   

• Experience with SAP would be advantageous.

It is our expectation that the post holder upholds, demonstrates and lives up to our company values and works diligently towards our strategic goals and objectives, underpinned by our 5 pillars 
(Sustainable Growth, Business Efficiency, Trusted Partner, Culture, and Environment, Social & 
Governance) and that they do so with integrity and professionalism. 

Hill Robinson believes diversity drives innovation. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from candidates of all genders, ethnicities, abilities, backgrounds, and life experiences. Our commitment is to create an inclusive workplace where every individual feels respected, valued, and empowered to thrive.

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