Finance Manager

NOVUMGEN
Hemel Hempstead
1 week ago
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Novumgen – the group of Entrepreneurs and Scientists.

Novumgen is a diverse, integrated specialty pharmaceutical and biological company focused on investing, developing, manufacturing, and supplying innovative products that provide benefits to patients and prescribers. We are focused on delivering life-changing medicines that contribute safety and value to patients, healthcare institutions, and prescribers across the globe. As a company, Novumgen has made a lasting commitment to patient safety, introducing new products to our portfolio while maintaining unrivalled quality and exceptional service to the pharmaceutical industry.


We are currently looking to recruit a Finance Manager, this role requires excellent knowledge and communication skills to ensure a smooth operation.

The Company is on a growth trajectory, and we are looking for candidates who can work in a fast paced, busy environment. You will have an entrepreneurial mindset, be passionate about your work and want to make an impact.

You will join a friendly, dynamic, and committed international team to deliver consistent results to tight deadlines.


Job Summary

The Finance Manager is a pivotal role within the organisation you will be responsible for ensuring the highest standards and will report to the Financial Controller. There is a lot of scope to grow and develop within your career.


Responsibilities

Financial Planning and Analysis

  • Develop and manager annual budgets and forecasts.
  • Analyse financial data to identify trends, variances and opportunities for improvement.
  • Provide financial reports and insights to senior management to aid in decision-making.


Accounting Operations

  • Oversee the day-to-day accounting functions including accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger and payroll.
  • Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting.
  • Maintain and reconcile balance sheet, trial balance and income statement accounts.


Compliance Controls

  • Ensure compliance with local, state and federal regulations and standards.
  • Develop and implement internal controls to safeguard company assets.
  • Coordinate with external auditors and manage audit processes.


Team Management

  • Lead and mentor the accounting team across different country
  • Foster a collaborative and productive work environment
  • Conduct performance evaluations and provide ongoing training and development


Strategic Initiatives

  • Support strategic planning initiatives with financial insights and analysis.
  • Participate in financial modelling and scenario planning for potential business ventures.
  • Identify and implement system and process improvements to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.


Cash Flow Management

  • Monitor and manage company cash flow.
  • Optimise working capital and manage debt obligations.
  • Forecast future financial positions and plan accordingly.


Audit

  • HMRC, Tax Computation
  • HMRC R & D Tax Claim


Skills and Qualifications

  • Qualified/working towards CIMA, ACCA qualification
  • Strong Analytical skills
  • Banking Experience
  • Payroll calculation experience
  • 5+ years of experience in similar role
  • Month end closing Experience
  • SME experience (preferred)
  • Commercial experience
  • An eye for detail
  • Advanced skills in Excel


Personal Skills

Enjoys change management, flexible, innovative, proactive, likes to work in a fast -paced environment, has a positive attitude, assertive, have a strong teamwork skillset

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