Finance Manager

Harper May Ltd; Brentford; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retail company in Brentford is seeking a Finance Manager to oversee financial strategy and ensure fiscal health across diverse projects. The ideal candidate will manage monthly reporting, enhance financial processes, and support statutory financial statements. An ACCA/CIMA/ACA qualification is preferred. This is an on-site position requiring five days a week in the office, focused on collaboration and financial control standards.

Qualifications

• Qualification in ACCA, CIMA, or ACA preferred.
• Experience in management reporting.
• Strong expertise in technical accounting practices.

Responsibilities

• Oversee monthly financial reporting and prepare information packs.
• Drive enhancements to financial reporting processes.
• Conduct balance sheet reviews and maintain financial policies.
• Contribute to year-end audits for timely delivery.

Skills

Management reporting

Attention to detail

Collaborative team player

Proficiency in financial software

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Education

ACCA / CIMA / ACA qualification

Job description

Our client, a leading player in the retail industry, is synonymous with innovation and excellence. With a rich history of delivering exceptional shopping experiences and a commitment to quality and sustainability, they continue to push the boundaries of retail brilliance. They are currently seeking a dynamic and experienced Finance Manager to join their dedicated team.

Role Overview:

As a pivotal member of the finance department, the Finance Manager will play a crucial role in driving financial strategy, overseeing budgetary processes, and ensuring the fiscal health of the diverse portfolio of retail projects. The successful candidate will be required to be in the office five days a week in Brentford.

Key Responsibilities:

• Overseeing the monthly consolidated management accounts (P&L, Balance Sheet, Cashflow, and Key Metrics) and meticulously preparing information packs for submission to the Financial Controller.
• Driving continuous enhancements to the Group's monthly financial reporting process and internal controls, including intercompany transactions.
• Conducting regular reviews and substantiations of the Group's balance sheet and critical controls.
• Providing expert technical accounting knowledge and maintaining the Group's accounting and financial policies.
• Supporting in the consolidation and preparation of annual statutory financial statements for Group entities.
• Contributing to the planning and execution of the Group's year-end audit to ensure timely and budgeted delivery.
• Ensuring the Group's financial control framework is robust and that all financial reporting obligations across the company meet high standards.
• Identifying opportunities to fortify the financial control environment and overseeing their implementation.
• Undertaking other Finance Manager responsibilities as required to support the Group Financial Controller.

Requirements:

• ACCA / CIMA / ACA qualification preferred.
• Demonstrated experience in management reporting.
• Proven expertise in relevant accounting practices and technical knowledge (Financial / Management information).
• Meticulous attention to detail and a strong focus on controls.
• Collaborative team player dedicated to achieving collective team objectives.
• Proficiency in financial software and Microsoft Excel.