Finance Manager - Birmingham

Chartwells Schools Dining Services

Finance Manager - Birmingham

£55000

Chartwells Schools Dining Services, Birmingham

  • Full time
  • Permanent
  • Onsite working

Posted 1 week ago, 4 May | Get your application in now before you miss out!

Closing date: Closing date not specified

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Full Job Description

We have an exciting opportunity to join our Chartwells Finance function as a Finance Manager providing support to a multi-site business.

Up to 55,000 depending on experiencePrivate MedicalAviva DigiCare+ - Employee Annual health check, Digital GP, Mental Health Consultations, Nutritional Consultations, Second Medical OpinionExclusive Benefits & Wellbeing site (Perks at Work)Employee Assistance ProgrammeHoliday Purchase schemeAs Finance Manager, you will be business partnering multiple Heads of Operations within the sector, providing day to day financial support to the regional, contract and unit managers. In addition to understanding P&L performance, quantifying risks and maximising business performance. In addition to, Understanding and managing the financial risks and opportunities arising from volumetric and other contract mechanisms - and ongoing business performance.Understand, highlight, and manage the financial risks and opportunities arising from balance sheet maintenance.Manage Working Capital targets within the business area.Deliver analysis of key business reporting such as month end reports, business reviews, client reports, budgets, working capital analysis and other ad-hoc analysis to be discussed at monthly review.Preparation & analysis of documentation for client tenders, negotiations and capital expenditure appraisalsSupport with the budgeting and forecasting process by consolidating the budget, understanding variances and preparing the budget presentation for senior stakeholdersMonitoring initiative delivery plan, challenging operational teams where there is a risk to achievement and highlighting to senior stakeholdersEssential:Qualified Accountant (CIMA/ACCA/ACA) or QBE with varied

experience in accounting rolesExperience of business partnering senior stakeholders with the ability to challenge, influence and persuade at all levelsHigh numeric and analytical skills and attention to detailComfortable developing and working with complex spreadsheetsDemonstrable commercial finance experience of improving business results and adding valueExcellent communication skills - ability to communicate oral and written information concisely and logicallyGreat time management skills and ability to prioritise workload. Ability to analyse, evaluate and present information in a clear and concise way Desirable:Experience of operating within a multi-site, multi-contract organisationGood working knowledge of SAPTeam management experienceWe ensure you're rewarded for all your hard work, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes but is not limited to

  • Contributory pension scheme

  • Grow your career with our Career Pathways and MyLearning programmes

  • Quick access for you and your immediate family to a Digital GP, and wider healthcare benefits

  • Exclusive travel discounts with TUI, Expedia, Booking.com and many more

  • Save money on your food shop with discounts on Tesco, Sainsbury's, Morrisons and many more

  • Up to 44% off cinema tickets to enjoy your favourite blockbuster

  • Receive cash rewards every time you spend and use them on a wide range of brands

  • Un-wind with us with free wellness, mindfulness and exercise classes

  • You can share all discounts and offers with your friends and families