Finance Manager

Job Title: Finance Manager – Revenue and Accounts Receivable

Location: Bolton

Flexibility: Minimum 2 days a week from the Bolton office – Hybrid available

Contract Type: Permanent

Salary: Up to £60,000 per annum DOE plus generous benefits 

Outcomes First Group is Great Place to Work certified – it’s official! We’re also taking part in the national 4 Day Working Week pilot which makes joining us now even more appealing… 

Join our team and become an integral part of our family from day one. 

About the Role

Are you ready to lead the charge in overseeing revenue accounting and managing dynamic Accounts Receivable teams? 

We're seeking a talented individual to take on the role of Finance Manager, Revenue, and Accounting and ensure accuracy and efficiency in reporting revenue across all divisions.

To be successful in this role you will need: 

• Previous experience in leading and managing fast-paced, high volume and high-performing finance teams 
• ACCA/CIMA Qualified accountant 
• Demonstratable experience of deferred revenue accounting and gross margin analysis
• Excellent verbal and written communication
• To ensure customer service is at delivered consistently and at the heart of what we do 

We’re looking for a passionate process-driven person with a problem-solving attitude to help the Finance function achieve against key performance indicators and. 

You will be a highly motivated and proactive individual who enjoys leading and working in a team, whilst also taking full ownership and accountability of delivering results.

Your role will include: 

• Leading, managing, motivating and developing the revenue accounting, sales invoicing, and credit control teams.
• Ensuring regular reconciliations are performed between the Invoicing system and iSams, to ensure all billing is accurate and up to date for starters and leavers;
• Facilitating the smooth transfer of work and processes from newly acquired businesses;
• Lead and support projects to improve processes throughout the team;
• Make recommendations for further system improvements with a view of continually optimising processes; 
• Ensure that all reporting distributed (both internally and externally) to and from the invoicing and credit control team is timely, meaningful, and accurate
• Work with the revenue accountants to streamline and automate where possible, revenue recognition and reconciliation of associated balance sheet accounts;
• Work closely with the FP&A team and Business Intelligence team to create meaningful financial results via systems and automation;
• Ensuring the monthly invoicing and iSams reports are accurately prepared and reconciliations produced as required;
• Liaising with the Cash Management Accountant to ensure funds coming into the business are effectively managed and in the right place at the right time;
• Co-ordinate the year-end audit process for the Accounts Receivable and Sales Invoicing team as well as ensuring the implementation of all recommendations as appropriate.

About Finance

As a centralised function at Outcomes First Group, Finance supports several acquired agencies, over 66 schools, and accommodation sites for vulnerable young people, children, and adults. Our Finance team consists of Management Accounts, Transactional Finance and Commercials. 

As one of the largest departments within Outcomes First Group, we are committed to providing a high level of service to work towards our goal of improving those we care for. Joining Finance, you will gain exposure to a variety of scenarios in a fast-paced and high-volume industry, where you will really get the chance to develop your personal and professional skills. 

About the Group

At Outcomes First Group, our mission is to ensure that vulnerable individuals receive the necessary opportunities by providing specialised education services.

Comprising two primary organisations, Acorn Education and Care and Options Autism, the Outcomes First family works collectively. Together, we are dedicated to educating, caring for, and supporting children and young individuals throughout the UK, empowering them to find happiness and navigate their journey in the world.

Our roles offer diversity and growth, providing you with an exciting opportunity to expand your professional expertise. Embrace the variability of each day as you develop into a specialist across your area with our dedicated support and guidance. 

Why Choose to Work with Us?

Your wellbeing is very important to us, and we know that being able to choose the benefits that suit you and your family will support your wellbeing.

Whatever your role and wherever you are located, you will love VISTA, our flexible benefits platform which lets you tailor your benefits package.

• And when your circumstances change…no problem. You can flex, trade, and add to your benefits package to suit your circumstances.
• Holidays start at 25 days per annum plus bank holidays on top with options to buy an additional 5 days.
• Critical illness covers and life assurance options.
• Company Pension with options to increase your contributions.
• Private medical and dental Insurance
• 100’s of discount options valid in the UK and abroad
• Eco-Car Scheme
• “Your Wellbeing Matters"- access to a wide range of first-class mental health support services and physical health checks
• Career development opportunities
• Professional support networks and groups
• * 4-Day working week - ‘rest-day’ could be any day Mon-Fri (agreed with Manager), available after successful completion of probationary period for full-time workers only

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and we expect all employees to share this commitment and undertake appropriate checks.

We are an Equal Opportunities Employer. 

Winner UK Best Workplaces for Women™ Awards 2023, for the past 3 years.

Winner UK Great Place to Work™ Awards, for the past 4 years.