Finance Manager

Description

• Manage month-end processes, including preparation of financial statements (P\&L and Balance Sheet), variance analysis, revenue returns, and asset register maintenance.
• Lead and develop the finance team, including recruitment, succession planning, and performance management. Ensure efficient processing of accounts receivable/payable, timely cash collections, and effective payment management while maintaining high customer service standards.
• Support senior management by reviewing processes and procedures, identifying technology-driven efficiencies, and driving automation within existing ERP platforms.
• Act as a key resource to the Managing Director, ensuring robust accounting and financial control measures are maintained.
• Oversee the timely and accurate preparation of monthly management accounts and financial reports in line with reporting schedules.
• Provide strong leadership, guidance, and development opportunities for the finance team.
• Effective management of overdue debt and payment runs.
• Oversee working capital management, cash flow forecasting, and reporting to external stakeholders such as lenders and banks.
• Achievement of commercial targets, including margins and working capital metrics.
• Actively promotes and represents the business.
• Participate in planning sessions, forecasting, and annual budgeting exercises.
• Actively contribute to business initiatives aimed at enhancing overall performance and profitability.
• Ensure all financial activities are conducted in full compliance with regulatory and legislative requirements.

Requirements

• Finance software (SAGE)
• Highly IT literate (MS Office and ERP systems).
• Accurate balance sheet production.
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
• Management accounts completed within 7 days of month-end.
• Fire Awareness
• Ability to work across multiple sites.
• Self-motivated and proactive.
• Minimum 5 years’ post-graduate experience in a professional finance environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated ability to review processes and integrate IT solutions for efficiency improvements.
• DSE & Slips, Trips, and Falls
• Degree and/or postgraduate qualification in finance or accounting (or final year of qualification).
• Manual Handling
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• At least 3 years’ experience at Finance Manager level.
• Full and valid driving license.
• Proven experience in team management and leadership.
• Commercial acumen with a strategic mindset.
• Qualified member of an accountancy body (ACCA/CIMA).

Benefits

Through AER Rents, the Group has continued to expand across the UK and Ireland with acquisitions including DHS Complete Hire, Mainline Group, Welfare 4 Hire, Chippindale Plant, and Hudson Lifting.

Mandatory Training

About DHS Complete Hire

• Annual audit completed with no issues.
• Opportunity to influence business performance and strategy
• Collaborative and supportive leadership team

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance