Finance Manager

Recco; London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading management company in London seeks an experienced Financial Manager. The role involves overseeing various accounting functions, managing external agency relationships, and leading a team in a dynamic environment. Ideal candidates will be confident communicators with strong technical skills and a proactive approach to problem-solving.

Qualifications

• Experience in Construction Industry practices.
• Ability to lead and share in team work.

Responsibilities

• Main contact for external agencies including banking and VAT.
• Processing invoices and payroll.
• Preparing accounts and reconciliations.

Skills

Strong technical skills

Good IT systems experience

Strong communicator

Education

Qualified accountant

Job description

Job Description

The Client

Our client was established in 2006 as a management company offering highly integrated services across the full property cycle. Services include development management, project management, funding solutions, acquisition work, litigation support, and various administrative and accounting services.

The Role

Reporting to the Managing Director, this vacancy is for an experienced, qualified accountant with knowledge of Construction Industry practices. The candidate should possess strong technical skills in all aspects of accounting and be prepared for a hands-on role, leading and sharing in the work of the team in a busy environment.

The successful candidate will demonstrate good IT systems experience, with the ability to critique and develop existing processes. They should be a strong communicator, both written and verbal, comfortable interacting with all personnel, including site operatives.

The Financial Manager will serve as the main contact for external agencies, including banking, VAT, Corporation Tax, PAYE, site labor, and routine company secretarial matters.

The department's main areas include:

1. Purchase Ledger: processing invoices, checking PODs, resolving supplier queries, creating new suppliers, and reconciliations.
2. Subcontract Ledger: processing applications, verifying subcontractors, and monthly CIS status verification.
3. Sales Ledger: raising invoices, processing self-bills, chasing debtors, and updating monitors.
4. Plant: liaising with the depot, invoicing, and reporting.
5. Wages: processing timesheets, payroll, and related transactions.
6. Nominal Ledger: preparing accounts, budget setting, reconciliations, and ad hoc reports.
7. Bank: daily reconciliations, cash flow forecasting, and BACS payments.

The Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate should have a confident, outgoing personality capable of leading and coaching team members. They should be a resourceful self-starter, able to see the bigger picture while managing detailed tasks. Being well-organized, logical, and able to prioritize effectively under time pressure is essential for success in this role.