Finance Manager

Goodman Masson Limited; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - GBP 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious finance organization in London is looking for a Finance Manager to lead month-end processes and ensure financial statement integrity. The ideal candidate is a fully qualified accountant with strong technical skills, capable of thriving in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities include overseeing financial operations, managing cash flow, and mentoring the finance team. This position offers a salary up to £65,000 per annum plus benefits, with hybrid working arrangements.

Benefits

Benefits package

Qualifications

• Experience in high-level strategic finance roles.
• Proven ability to lead month-end processes.
• Skills in managing multiple stakeholders at the executive level.

Responsibilities

• Lead the closing process ensuring entries are posted accurately.
• Oversee accounts payable, receivable and bank processes.
• Monitor cash flow and optimize liquidity.
• Support annual audit processes alongside external auditors.
• Manage nominal codes, trial balances, and oversee fixed assets.

Skills

Strong technical accounting

Ability to work under pressure

Process improvement

Education

Fully Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) or equivalent

Job description

Are you a dynamic finance professional who thrives in a fast-paced, evolving environment?

Goodman Masson are partnered with a prestigious London based organisation to recruit for a Finance Manager.This is a pivotal role for someone who excels at balancing high-level strategic objectives with meticulous attention to detail.You will lead on all month-end processes and ensure the integrity of financial statements during an exciting period of organisational growth and change.

You will ideally be ACA qualified from an audit background; however other backgrounds will also be considered. You will need to be comfortable rolling your sleeves up in a fast-paced environment, as well as dealing with multiple stakeholders at executive level.

The Role:

As Finance Manager, you will report directly to the Financial Controller and oversee the daily operations of the financial service function. You will be responsible for delivering accurate statutory accounts and maintaining robust internal controls.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and coordinate the closing process to ensure all entries are posted accurately and on time.
• Oversee accounts payable, receivable, and bank processes, ensuring seamless transaction processing.
• Monitor cash flow, review forecasts, and optimise liquidity.
• Support annual audit processes by liaising with external auditors and ensuring full compliance.
• Utilise accounting system to manage nominal codes and trial balances, while overseeing fixed assets, accruals, and prepayments.
• Foster a collaborative work environment and provide mentorship to the finance team.

Essentials:

• Fully Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) or equivalent.
• Strong technical accounting and audit experience.
• Ability to work under pressure in fast paced environments.
• Experience improving processes and controls.

Salary is up to £65,000 per annum + Benefits.

Central London based with hybrid working.

Applications are being reviewed on a rolling basis, with interviews being set up immediately. Please apply ASAP to ensure you are considered.