Finance Manager

Vetsure is a fast-growing SME providing a range of services to independent vets across the UK including pet insurance, buying group services and facilities management services to enable vets to collect monthly direct debits for pet health plans.

The company is multi-award-winning and experiencing exceptional growth in an exciting and opportunity-rich industry.

The positive values woven into the fabric of Vetsure, stem from our love of pets and our passion for care, support and well-being. This culture extends throughout our team too, and we strive to create an inclusive and engaging environment where all our employees feel valued and able to thrive.

Key facts about the role

Contract Type: Full time, permanent
Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday – Friday
Location: Hatfield, Hertfordshire (office-based)

Benefits:
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays. Following 3 years continuous service, annual leave will increase by 1 additional day per completed year of service up to a maximum of 28 days
• Free parking
• 3% pension contribution when you contribute 5%
• An Employee Assistance Programme
• Buy or sell annual leave
• Long service recognition scheme

Once you pass your probation
• 2 days additional annual leave to settle a new cat or dog into your home
• 1 day additional annual leave to move to a new home
• Discounted pet insurance
• Optional enrolment onto our Vitality Healthcare scheme with a £30.00 contribution each month made by the company towards your premium.

Reports to: Financial Controller

Main Duties

• Through management of the finance team:
o To create of main service line reconciliation and payment reports.
o To produce regular financial reporting for both internal and external stakeholders.
o To take ultimate responsibility for the invoicing of customers, credit/debt control and provision of information required by external parties for book keeping, accountancy, VAT control and payroll.
o To undertake finance functions of the business including: corporation tax, VAT control, accountancy and payroll management.
o To support ad hoc finance queries from other internal and external stakeholders.

• To lead the finance team by example, acting as a source of knowledge and developmental support.
• To coach the existing finance team to become more rounded professionals by imparting knowledge and experience and encourage growth.
• To regularly analyse finance system/process/activity efficiencies and implement improvements following discussion with the FC.
• To be aware of, and adhere to, all FCA and Consumer Duty principles and guidelines and be a representative of the visions and values of the company.
• To become familiar with the Company purpose and values, making it core to everything undertaken and with all interactions with colleagues, partners and customers.

Person Specification

The role would suit a relatively recently qualified individual with a clear desire for further advancement into managing an all-encompassing finance function. Equally, the role would suit an experienced Finance Manager who is excited by the challenge of contributing towards the continued rapid growth of a SME. However, such an individual must be willing to ‘roll up their sleeves’ and get involved in understanding, supporting and assessing all existing financial processes. The role involves both the management of a team of 4, as well as direct involvement in day-to-day financial reconciliation and management reporting tasks. Accuracy, attention to detail, problem solving skills as well as a solid understanding of accountancy principles are essential requirements.

After a 3-6-month period the successful candidate will be expected to work autonomously and be able to drive the completion of error-free financial reports to all the stakeholders with only minimal involvement of the Financial Controller.

Bookkeeping, VAT control, accountancy and payroll management will then be handed over from the incumbent and processes will be assessed and integrated into the finance team.

Qualifications and Experience

• Degree-level education
• Accountancy chartership with QPE 2+ years
• Experience and interest in leading, coaching and developing other qualified and non-qualified finance team members
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills
• Experience in financial services/insurance/regulated industry desirable but not essential.

Why Join Vetsure?

At Vetsure, we are proud to offer a supportive, collaborative working environment where people feel valued and respected. We are passionate about the wellbeing of pets and the people who care for them, and we aim to provide an excellent experience for both customers and colleagues.

We invest in our people, offer opportunities for personal and professional development, and create a workplace culture where success is shared, and achievements are recognised.

If you are looking for a meaningful career in a business that cares, we would love to hear from you.