Finance Manager

Are you looking for a role where you can make a meaningful impact while advancing your expertise in financial management? The Horticultural Trades Association (HTA) is looking for a Finance Manager to join our finance team, who is eager to apply their financial expertise in a purpose-driven environment.

In this varied role, you will work closely with the CFO to lead our finance team, overseeing essential functions such as financial reporting, compliance, and audit processes. You will also play a crucial role in managing our unique and diverse income streams, which include membership fees and other revenue. Working with cutting-edge tools such as Sage Intacct and Microsoft Dynamics (CRM), you will have the opportunity to innovate and enhance our financial systems, integrating data across platforms to support informed decision-making and operational efficiency.

This position offers a unique opportunity for a hands-on finance professional who wants to make a tangible difference in a mission-driven organisation. You’ll not only lead a dedicated team but also actively contribute to projects that strengthen the HTA’s financial health and future growth.

The successful candidate will have a strong background in financial accounting within complex organisations and experience managing or supporting audit processes. Familiarity with managing diverse revenue streams is essential, and experience with financial software like Sage Intacct will be a significant advantage. You should have a proactive, analytical mindset with an eye for detail, complemented by strong communication skills that allow you to effectively collaborate with stakeholders across the organisation.

This is a full-time office-based role with hybrid-working options whereby you can work from home up to 2 days/week once established in the role. 

About the HTA 

The Horticultural Trades Association (HTA) has 1,400 members, including garden retailers, growers, landscapers, and suppliers to the garden industry. The HTA lobbies and campaigns for its members within the horticulture industry and has an excellent reputation. It provides its members with the opportunity to learn, be creative, and network with others in the industry.

We have been running the National Garden Gift scheme since 1962. These garden gift cards can be bought and redeemed at HTA Garden centre members sites throughout the UK and can also be purchased online and in some supermarket gift card malls, it is the biggest garden gift card scheme in the country – locking in over £30 million of consumer spend to horticulture and our members’ businesses. During the COVID-19 pandemic, the HTA campaigned to ensure garden centres were classified as essential retail, which has increased the profile of the environmental horticultural industry. The HTA therefore has a very exciting financial model.

About you

• Essential Skills and Experience:
• Education: Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent).
• Experience: 5-10 years in a finance role with exposure to complex income structures, ideally with some experience in not-for-profit or similar environment. Previous experience of a similar role with managing team in a fast-paced environment.
• Communication: Clear and effective communication skills for liaising with cross-functional teams, leadership, and external stakeholders. Fluent written and spoken English.
• Team work: A good team-worker, with desire to work collaboratively as part of a wider team made up of staff with varying areas of expertise, and to support.
• Financial Accounting Expertise: Solid experience in financial accounting within a complex organisation, ideally with some exposure to complex revenue recognition.
• Audit Knowledge: Hands-on experience as an auditor or managing or supporting audit processes and liaising with external auditors.
• Systems and Data Integration: Proficiency with financial software (Sage Intacct experience is strongly preferred) and experience managing data integration across systems.
• Analytical Mindset: Strong analytical skills with an ability to translate complex financial data into insights for decision-making.
• Attention to detail: High level of accuracy and attention to detail in financial reporting and data management.
• Ability to proactively identify challenges and implement effective solutions within financial operations.
• Problem solving approach: Strong problem-solving skills and ability to use own initiative.
• Full UK Driving Licence and vehicle for travel if required.

What we offer in return:

• A friendly, collaborative and inclusive culture
• Hybrid working (up to 2 days/week working remotely)
• Generous holiday allowance – 30 days holiday (plus bank holidays)
• Pension auto enrolment - 4% employee & 5% employer pension contributions as standard with matched contributions up to 10%
• Life assurance
• Health Cash Plan
• Employee Discount Scheme
• Cycle 2 Work and Electric Vehicle salary sacrifice schemes
• Regular wellbeing and social activities 
• On site parking and electric vehicle charging points
• Enhanced maternity, paternity, shared parental, and adoption pay

How to apply 

If you are a skilled Finance Manager seeking an impactful role with purpose, we would love to hear from you. Join us in championing environmental horticulture, supporting HTA members and shaping the future of green spaces.  

You can view the full job description for this role at the bottom of this page. To apply for the role, please send your CV and a brief covering letter to [email protected].  Closing date for applications is 5pm on Friday 29 November 2024.

At the HTA, we aim to recruit and retain talented individuals whose values align with our mission and who are excited to grow with us and the horticulture industry. We are committed to hiring based on merit and fostering an environment where everyone’s unique perspectives and contributions are valued. 

We recognise the strengths that a diverse workforce brings. We warmly welcome applicants from all backgrounds, including those of all ethnicities, religions, genders, sexual orientations, abilities, and experiences. 

This advert is only open to direct applicants, NO AGENCIES should apply. All applicants must have valid references and proof of eligibility to work in the UK.