The Finance Manager will oversee and manage the financial operations within the accounting and finance department of a well-established FMCG company. This role requires a professional with strong expertise in financial management and a proactive approach to driving business success.

Client Details

The hiring company is a reputable organisation within the FMCG industry, known for its strong market presence and commitment to excellence. Operating as a medium-sized firm, they offer a professional environment with opportunities to contribute meaningfully to the company's continued growth.

Description

• Purchase Ledger (AP): Set up and maintain supplier records; 3-way match POs/GRNs/invoices; resolve queries; prepare and run supplier payment runs in line with terms.
• Sales Ledger (AR): Maintain customer records; post sales invoices/credits; issue customer statements; support credit control and query resolution.
• Banking:Daily/weekly bank reconciliations (all accounts); post receipts/payments; reconcile merchant services and petty cash and expenses in line with company policies.
• VAT & Compliance: Prepare and submit monthly VAT returns (MTD) accurately and on time; support EC Sales/Listings or Intrastat where required; maintain audit trail and working papers.
• Month-End Support: Assist with accruals/prepayments, GRNI review, fixed asset additions/disposals, balance-sheet reconciliations with support from the external company accountant.
• Data Integrity: Maintain clean vendor/customer master data; ensure correct dimensions and document attachments in MS Business Central; support finance MI/reporting by keeping data accurate.
• Customer & Vendor Comms: Provide professional, timely responses to AR/AP queries; build good relationships with both customers and suppliers.
• Amazon/D2C Settlements: Reconcile marketplace settlements (fees/chargebacks) and payment gateways; investigate differences.
• Continuous Improvement: Suggest and help implement small process improvements to improve speed, accuracy, control & visibility.

Profile

A successful Finance Manager should have:

• AAT / ACA / ACCA part qualified or actively studying (study support available).
• Experience in a similar finance / AP/AR role, ideally in a product/manufacturing or FMCG environment.
• Experience with Microsoft Business Central is desirable but not essential; confident user of an ERP and Excel (lookups, pivots, basic formulae).
• Strong attention to detail, numerical accuracy and follow-through; organised and able to prioritise.
• Clear communicator with a professional, helpful manner when dealing with suppliers and customers.
• Discreet and trustworthy with confidential financial information.

Job Offer

• Study support if wishes to get qualified
• Competitive salary ranging from £55,000 to £58,000 per annum.
• Permanent position offering job stability and growth opportunities.
• Work within a respected organisation in the FMCG industry.
• Opportunity to make a tangible impact on the company's financial success.
• Professional and collaborative work environment in Hoddesdon.

If you are a motivated Finance Manager looking for your next career move in the FMCG industry, we encourage you to apply today.