Assistant Finance Manager

JAC Recruitment; London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking an Assistant Finance Manager to join a FMCG company in Canary Wharf. The role involves supervising the finance team, leading budgeting and financial reporting processes, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Ideal candidates should have a university degree in accountancy, substantial experience, and strong financial skills, combined with a proactive, independent demeanor. This is an excellent opportunity for a finance professional passionate about driving change in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• At least 6 years of work experience, including a minimum of 2 years in a management role.
• Previous experience in property management is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Function Head in supervising the Finance & Accounting team.
• Lead the budgetary process with a commercial mindset.
• Lead month-end and year-end closing, and prepare statutory and management reports.

Skills

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Solid financial accounting

Analytical mindset

Proficiency in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

Understanding Mandarin or Cantonese

Education

University degree in Accountancy or related fields

Part-qualified accountant

Tools

SAP

Job description

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FMCG companies are seeking an Assistant Finance Manager

Title: Assistant Finance Manager
Salary range: 40-45K
Location: Canary Wharf

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Management and Supervision:
• Assist the Function Head in supervising the Finance & Accounting team, providing support to subordinates and resolving issues.
• Ensure compliance with applicable accounting standards and corporate policies in Finance & Accounts.
• Coordinate with internal and external parties, including asset and property management, to achieve company objectives.
• Maintain accounting records according to Local Accounting Standards / Companies Act and inform the team of any changes.
• Interact with Hong Kong Head Quarter to provide financial support.

• Budget:
• Lead the budgetary process with a commercial mindset.
• Support budgeting activities.

• Financial Reporting:
• Lead month-end and year-end closing, and prepare statutory and management reports.

• Analysis:
• Assist in financial analysis to identify opportunities and profitability.

• Operation:
• Manage accounts payable and cash flow.
• Address bank account issues and banking facilities.
• Review VAT, CIS returns, and other government statistical returns.

• General:
• Safeguard company assets effectively.
• Ensure compliance with taxation regulations.
• Coordinate the annual audit and tax processes.
• Support process improvements and other ad hoc duties as assigned.

Education & Experience:

• A part-qualified accountant with a University degree in Accountancy or related fields.
• At least 6 years of work experience, including a minimum of 2 years in a management role.
• Previous experience in property management is preferred.

Requirements & Skills:

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Solid financial accounting, controllership, and risk management skills.
• Analytical mindset with good business sense.
• Independent, well-organized, and proactive.
• Ability to support the business in a hybrid technical and commercial role.
• Energetic team player with a passion for driving change.
• Proficiency in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Understanding Mandarin or Cantonese is desirable.
• Experience with SAP is an advantage.