Finance Manager

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Company Description

Skyborne's vision is to be the most respected and trusted commercial pilot training academy in the industry, delivering airline-ready pilots, and to achieve this we are radically redefining every aspect of airline pilot training, from our unique educational approach to our world-class facilities. We are fully committed to developing a dynamic, engaging and welcoming environment for the next generation of airline pilots to hone their skills.

Based in Gloucestershire in the UK, with flight training partners in the US and Europe, we have amazing facilities and the right balance between training and self-motivated learning. Our Progressive Continuous Learning method focuses on ensuring candidates are always developing their talents and absorbing new skills from our vastly experienced instructors.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities:

• Management of the UK finance team
• Preparation of the month end reporting pack and review with Group FC
• Act as business partner to the UK department heads
• Manage the credit control and cash management processes
• Complete annual budgets and rolling forecasts for P&L and Cashflow
• Ensure accurate and timely posting of financial journals
• Update the course price calculator and VAT rates and prepare costings for potential future contracts
• Prepare and submit UK VAT return
• Maintain the deferred cash reconciliation
• Own the UK balance sheet and prepare a monthly reconciliation pack
• Work with HR and the external payroll company to ensure timely and accurate payroll
• Liaise with the US Financial Controller on inter-company transactions
• Prepare monthly operational data to support the CFO pack
• Ensure that record keeping meets the requirements of auditors and government agencies

Qualifications

• Fully or Part Qualified Accountant, QBE will also be considered
• Previous experience in a busy finance team
• Resilience in the face of tight deadlines and evolving business priorities
• Excellent IT skills including Microsoft Excel and a knowledge of accounting packages
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Experience of team management would be advantageous
• Effective communication skills
• Positive and professional attitude
• Well organised and analytical
• Ability to multi-task and handle multiple priorities
• Highly motivated and interested in being part of a small and talented team

Additional Information

Salary £45,000-£50,000 per annum.

Full Time, 40 hours - Monday-Friday.

This position is based at Gloucestershire Airport

We are committed to offering the most competitive benefits package, including:

• 25 days annual leave, plus 8 bank holidays
• Pension scheme
• Health insurance
• Death in Service Benefit

If you have the aspiration and enthusiasm to be part of our team please apply.