Assistant/ Finance Manager Your new company Job Title: Assistant Finance ManagerLocation: Thame (On-site, 5 days/week)Salary: Up to £50,000 per annumAbout the RoleWe are seeking a proactive and hands-on Assistant Finance Manager to join our growing business in Thame. This is a key role within a small, stable finance team, offering excellent exposure across all areas of finance and succession planning opportunities. You''ll be instrumental in strengthening the department''s analytical and reporting capabilities while ensuring smooth day-to-day operations.Key ResponsibilitiesPayroll Management: Full ownership of payroll processing using SAGE Payroll Ensure compliance and accuracy across monthly payroll cycles Month-End Routine: Assist with month-end close, journals, reconciliations, and reporting Support budgeting and forecasting processes Banking and Payments: Manage bank payments and reconciliations Oversee cash flow and ensure timely supplier payments Credit Control: Take charge of credit control processes Improve debtor management and reduce aged debt Reporting and Analysis: Prepare financial reports and dashboards for management Support budgeting and variance analysis Systems and Processes: Use SAGE for accounting and payroll Learn and support supply chain finance processes (not difficult to learn) Candidate ProfileQualifications: Minimum AAT qualified QBE (Qualified by Experience) candidates will only be considered with strong payroll and month-end experience. ..... full job details .....