Finance Manager - Reed : Job Details

Finance Manager

• Annual Salary: £60,000-£70,000 per annum plus benefits
• Location: London (Hybrid working)
• Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

Our client a well-established and reputable consultancy are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Finance Manager to join their finance team.

This role is ideal for a proactive, detail-oriented individual who thrives in a busy environment and is committed to delivering high-quality outcomes. This role will report directly to the Financial Controller.

The successful candidate will have a minimum of 5 years’ experience within accounting, ideally within an SME setting and be a fully qualified Accountant.

Day-to-day of the role:

• Oversee month-end balance sheet reconciliations and control checks to ensure accurate records and timely production of month-end accounts.
• Prepare Group monthly management accounts and reporting packs for the Senior Management Team and Executive Board.
• Conduct regular reporting to the wider business on sales and sales forecasting.
• Engage in business partnering with other departments and global sales teams.
• Manage monthly payroll and year-end payroll tasks across multiple regions
• Handle Corporation Tax and VAT reporting and payments in all office locations.
• Lead UK and overseas audits and statutory reporting.
• Assist with the budgeting process and implement continuous process improvements and system enhancements to maximise efficiency.
• Manage and oversee the deliverables of the Assistant Accountant.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Fully qualified Accountant with 1-2 years post qualified experience (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)
• Experience working within an SME environment ideally within professional services or consultancy sector.
• Strong experience in management accounting, MI reporting and Balance Sheet reconciliations.
• Must be proficient in UK Payroll.
• Advanced Excel skills, including building models, creating reports, and reconciliations, including being confident in using XLOOKUPs, SUMIFs, Pivot Tables, and managing large datasets.
• Demonstrated ability to take initiative, be proactive, and continuously seek opportunities for improvement.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, capable of building and maintaining strong relationships and effectively communicating with non-finance personnel.
• Experience or interest in line management, with a focus on setting high standards and acting as a role model.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and bonus scheme
• Hybrid working 3 days per week in the office
• Unlimited holiday after 1 year of service, plus a half-day holiday on your birthday.
• Private medical and Life Assurance
• Quarterly team and high achievements events

To apply for this Finance Manager position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role.