Assistant Finance Manager

Our client is recruiting for a proactive Assistant Finance Manager to join their business based in Coventry. The role is paying £40k per annum and requires 2 days on-site per week. Previous experience in SME environments and mentoring junior members of staff are essential.

What you'll do:

• Assist in preparing and maintaining the month-end timetable to ensure all deadlines are consistently met for accurate financial reporting.
• Prepare management accounts with detailed reconciliations and supporting schedules that underpin robust financial control.
• Review and assist with bank reconciliations as well as nominal ledger maintenance to uphold the integrity of financial records.
• Complete VAT returns, fixed asset accounting tasks, and general ledger checks to ensure compliance and accuracy across all finance processes.
• Support payroll processing activities alongside HMRC reporting and pension submissions for seamless employee remuneration.
• Contribute actively to year-end statutory accounts preparation while liaising with external auditors for smooth audit processes.
• Provide cover for finance operations tasks such as loan postings, payments, and refunds whenever required to maintain business continuity.
• Contribute to KPI reporting, covenant tracking, and stakeholder communications that inform strategic decision-making within the organisati...