Assistant Finance Manager

Sodexo; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A global services organisation is seeking an Assistant Finance Manager in Hemel Hempstead to manage financial operations and reporting. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills, be highly organised, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities include managing finance processes, producing reports, and ensuring compliance with policies. Excellent development opportunities and a supportive culture are offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary up to £40,000 per annum

Excellent development opportunities

Supportive team culture

Qualifications

• Organised, analytical finance professional.
• Experience in managing finance operations.
• Comfortable managing multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Managing financial operations, providing reporting.
• Producing management accounts and forecasts.
• Ensuring strong financial controls.

Skills

Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Excellent IT proficiency (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)

Proven ability to meet deadlines

Highly organised and methodical approach

Education

AAT qualification (or equivalent)

Tools

SAP

Job description

Overview

Assistant Finance Manager – MTS, Hemel Hempstead

Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday
Salary: Up to £40,000 per annum (depending on experience)

Location: The Maylands Building, Hemel Hempstead (with occasional travel to operational sites)

Are you an organised, analytical finance professional looking to take the next step in your career? Join us as an Assistant Finance Manager and play a vital role in supporting operational excellence and financial performance across a dynamic service portfolio.

About the Role

As Assistant Finance Manager, you’ll be responsible for managing the day-to-day financial operations of MTS, providing accurate and timely reporting, and supporting business leaders to make informed commercial decisions. You’ll work closely with the COO, Head of Commercial Finance, and operational teams to ensure robust financial control and compliance with Sodexo’s policies.

Responsibilities

• Managing transactional finance processes and maintaining accurate SAP records.
• Producing monthly management accounts, forecasts, and financial reports.
• Supporting the development of budgets and variance analysis for business reviews.
• Ensuring strong financial controls, particularly around purchasing, billing, and cost allocation.
• Collaborating with internal stakeholders and Sodexo’s offshore Finance Shared Service Centre.
• Supporting audits and assisting with external reporting requirements.
• Providing ad hoc financial analysis and advice to drive commercial performance.

About You

We’re looking for someone with a sharp eye for detail, strong organisational skills, and the confidence to build relationships across teams. You’ll be comfortable managing multiple priorities and thrive in a fast-paced environment.

• Essential skills and experience:
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills – able to work with stakeholders at all levels
• Excellent IT proficiency (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Proven ability to meet deadlines and manage workload effectively
• Highly organised and methodical approach to work
• Desirable:
• Experience with SAP
• AAT qualification (or equivalent)
• Previous experience in a service-related or contract-based environment

What We Offer

• Competitive salary – up to £40,000 per annum
• 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday
• Excellent opportunities for development and progression within Sodexo
• Supportive team culture with strong leadership and collaboration
• Be part of a global organisation making a difference every day

Join Us

If you’re ready to step into a rewarding finance role where your expertise will help shape business success, apply today to become our next Assistant Finance Manager at Sodexo MTS, Hemel Hempstead.

About Sodexo

At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better everyday for everyone to build a better life for all. As the global leader in services that improve the Quality of Life, we operate in 55 countries, serving over 100 million consumers each day through our On-Site Food and FM Services, Benefits & Rewards Services and Personal & Home Services offerings. We are committed to being an inclusive employer and welcome applications from people with diverse experiences, backgrounds, and identities. We support employee networks and have Disability Confident Leader status. We run a Disability Confident interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria for the job.