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Introduction

Asahi Glassplant UK Ltd. (AGI UK) is a subsidiary of Asahi Glassplant Inc (AGI), Japan. AGI manufactures premium glass processing equipment for various sectors in research and industry focussing on most common applications. Visit www.agi-glassplant.com for more information. AGI UK is based in Royston with other sites in the Cambridge area and aims to serve customers in EMEA region through direct and indirect sales.

AGI is a global company with offices and production plants in Japan, USA, Switzerland and India. Founded in 1950, AGI has immense expertise in glass equipment manufacturing and is no.1 in this sector in Japan. We are rapidly growing in the international market.

AGI is proud of the excellent quality of products and service we offer to our customers. You have a unique opportunity to be a part of our fast-growing business. We offer a dynamic working environment where your skill set will be highly valued and encouraged to expand and explore your capabilities.

Overview

Having undergone substantial growth in the last 12 months, AGI UK is looking to expand its finance team with a senior finance professional, to ensure that the core data and controls are robust and continually value adding.

The role will report into the Head of Finance for AGI UK and work within a dedicated, high performing finance team. The ideal candidate will be a good team player, comfortable in making decisions and possess the ability to work independently to complete tasks.

Job brief

The Finance Manager will be responsible for day-to-day finance functions and will manage the financial controls, government reporting and month-end closing procedures.

To be successful in this role, the Finance Manager should possess a proven background in a similar role, ideally within the SME sector.

Ultimately, you will help AGI UK grow by ensuring our finance data and systems are accurate and efficiently managed. You will also be expected to thrive whilst upholding and promoting the AGI mission and values https://about/mission-vision/

Requirements

Duties will include but are not limited to:

Ensuring the accounts payable and receivable functions operate smoothly
Act as first point of contact for finance team questions
Ensure accurate daily cashflow recording and monthly forecasting
Maintain accurate VAT accounting records; ensuring the company is compliant in all legislation changes and implementing any change accordingly
Manage the monthly closing processes of the finance team
Prepare monthly balance sheet reconciliations; E.G fixed assets, bank, prepayments, accruals etc.
Maintain monthly intercompany reconciliations (both national and international entities)
Preparation and processing of regular and ad-hoc journals
Help establish and maintain financial policies and procedures for the company
Support the production of new financial KPIs and help drive the operational teams to improve performance

Role requirements

Successful, proven experience in relevant finance roles.
Core understanding of UK GAAP
Experience using Sage Line 50
Group accounting knowledge & experience
Cost centre accounting
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills (pivot tables, index look-ups, nested formulas etc...)
Strong written and oral communication skills
Attention to detail resulting in consistent, reliable information
Ability to work independently ensuring high quality output
Relevant accountancy qualification (part qualified will be considered)

Additional desired

Experience using Netsuite would be advantageous (currently Sage
SQL / Microsoft query reporting skills

Benefits

Staff benefits include 25 days paid holiday per year (not including bank holidays), pension scheme and private health insurance

We look forward to hearing from you!

finance manager

ASAHI GLASSPLANT UK LTD

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