Finance & Accounts Manager

Maverick Currencies; Watford; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial services company in Watford is seeking a finance professional to oversee month-end closes and audits, ensuring accurate reporting. The ideal candidate will have fluency in Japanese and English, with over 3 years of experience in accountancy for an SME. Responsibilities include daily bookkeeping, producing financial reports, and supporting a collaborative team in a hybrid working model. This role offers international exposure and a competitive salary.

Benefits

International exposure

Collaborative working environment

Competitive salary

Flexible hybrid working model

Qualifications

• Fluency in Japanese and English is essential.
• 3+ years of experience in an accountancy function for an SME.
• Experience working across multiple currencies is essential.

Responsibilities

• Oversee month-end close, annual audits, and timely reporting.
• Perform daily bookkeeping and manage SAGE entries.
• Produce monthly and annual financial reports.

Skills

Fluency in Japanese

Fluency in English

Experience with multiple currencies

Strong organisational skills

Proficiency in accounting software

Self-directed work ethic

Tools

SAGE

Job description

Oversee month‑end close, annual audits, and ensure accurate and timely reporting. Analyse current processes and propose improvements. Support general finance and administrative tasks to ensure smooth day‑to‑day operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform daily bookkeeping, including SAGE entries, invoice processing, expenses, VAT returns, and PAYE‑related tasks.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external accountants on financial queries and reconciliations.
• Produce monthly and annual financial reports (P&L, Balance Sheet, cashflow).
• Prepare budgets and forecasts.
• Act as the primary point of contact for all finance and administrative matters across multiple international offices.

Ideal Candidate (Qualifications)

• Fluency in Japanese and English (essential).
• 3+ years of experience in an accountancy function for an SME.
• Experience working across multiple currencies (essential).
• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., SAGE).
• Highly organised with strong prioritisation skills and ability to meet deadlines.
• Positive, can‑do attitude and self‑directed work ethic.
• Previous experience managing staff is a benefit.

Benefits

• International exposure.
• Close‑knot and collaborative working environment.
• Competitive salary.
• Flexible hybrid working model (post‑probation).

Contact us today to apply or find out more!