Finance Manager - 6-Month FTC: Close, Report & Audit

Publicis Groupe UK; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global communications firm is seeking a detail-driven Financial Manager for a 3-6 month FTC in Greater London. You will manage core accounting operations, oversee the financial close process, and support audit and budgeting activities. This role requires strong analytical skills and experience in general ledger accounting. The firm offers a hybrid working model, allowing flexibility for employees while maintaining necessary office presence.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting external audits.
• Demonstrable experience with general ledger accounting and financial close.
• Ability to collaborate effectively across finance teams.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day general ledger accounting.
• Prepare and analyze monthly financial reporting packages.
• Support internal and external audits.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical mindset

Financial reconciliations

Variance analysis

Collaboration

Education

Professional accounting qualification (ACA/ACCA/CIMA preferred)

Tools

Advanced Excel

Accounting systems

Job description

A leading global communications firm is seeking a detail-driven Financial Manager for a 3-6 month FTC in Greater London. You will manage core accounting operations, oversee the financial close process, and support audit and budgeting activities. This role requires strong analytical skills and experience in general ledger accounting. The firm offers a hybrid working model, allowing flexibility for employees while maintaining necessary office presence.