Finance Manager

MAC is a full-service global Contract Research Organisation (CRO). We also own a network of research sites. Our mission is to serve with honesty and integrity to make an outstanding contribution to human health.

We are looking for a friendly and approachable Finance Manager to join our Finance department in Blackpool.

As this is a hybrid role, there will be a requirement to work on site for at least 2 to 3 days per week, at our Lancashire, Blackpool site.

The main focus of the role will be to provide and guide financial health, ensure regulatory compliance, and support growth by providing accurate data, managing cash flow, and leading strategic budgeting.

KEY SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

• Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, economics, or business management (required)
• Professional certifications such as ACCA, CIMA, ACA, CPA, or CFA (desirable)
• 5+ years of experience in accounting or financial analysis.(required)
• Deep understanding of tax laws and statutory financial reporting standards. (required)
• Expertise in ERP systems like NetSuite, Sage, or Microsoft Dynamics. (required)
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel, including financial modelling and data forecasting.(required)
• Strong knowledge of corporate governance, internal controls, and risk management.(required)

REQUIREMENTS/RESPONSIBILITIES:

Drive Cash Flow Management and Liquidity

• Liquidity: Monitor cash moving in and out daily to keep the business operational.
• Forecasting: Predict future cash needs to prevent shortfalls or fund upcoming projects.
• Working Capital: Optimise inventory, accounts payable, and accounts receivable collections tightly.
• Lead Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A)
• Budgeting: Build and manage the annual company budget across all departments.
• Forecasting: Update financial models quarterly to adapt to changing market conditions.
• Variance Analysis: Compare actual spending against budgets to catch and fix overspending.

Ensure Compliance and Financial Reporting

• Closing Books: Oversee accurate monthly, quarterly, and year-end financial close processes.
• Tax Compliance: Ensure accurate, on-time filings for corporate tax, VAT, and payroll.
• Audits: Serve as the main contact for external auditors to guarantee clean reports.

Provide Strategic Advisory and Growth Support

• Cost Control: Identify operational inefficiencies to protect and improve profit margins.
• ROI Evaluation: Analyse potential investments, new product lines, or business expansions.
• Capital Sourcing: Help secure or manage bank loans and lines of credit for growth

Team Leadership and System Management

• Staff Management: Train, supervise, and develop a small team of accounts staff.
• Process Automation: Maintain and upgrade financial software to improve data accuracy.

BENEFITS:

• Salary depending on experience
• Health Insurance
• Eye Care Vouchers
• Cycle to work scheme
• Free onsite parking
• 25 days annual leave (increasing in increments to 30 days after 6 years' service)
• Your birthday off work

MAC Clinical Research invites applications from highly motivated candidates, with a desire to fulfil their full potential. You will be working with an organisation that sees you as an investment and is keen for you to achieve your career aspirations.

This role is partially home based and therefore we require you to have a set up at home that allows you to work comfortably. This includes an appropriate desk and chair (excl. IT equipment which we will provide). By proceeding with your application, you are confirming you are able to do this.

Please email [email protected] should you require any special arrangements or reasonable adjustments to be made throughout this selection process. This will enable us to accommodate your request as necessary.