Finance Manager

2i Limited; City of Edinburgh; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading tech consultancy is seeking a Finance Manager to oversee the month end reporting cycle and manage intercompany transactions. This is a hybrid role based in Edinburgh. The ideal candidate will hold a CIMA/ACCA/ICAS/ICAEW qualification and have experience with NetSuite. You will work closely with stakeholders to deliver high-quality results while enjoying competitive benefits including private healthcare and flexible working options.

Benefits

26 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Private Health Care

Performance bonus

Flexible working environment

Mentoring from experienced leaders

Qualifications

• Fully qualified in professional accountancy.
• Experienced in management accounting and month end principles.
• Proven ability to review financial data meticulously.

Responsibilities

• Ownership of the month end reporting cycle.
• Management of intercompany transactions.
• Leading role in both audit and year end processes.

Skills

Attention to detail

Logical thinking

Solutions-oriented mindset

Strong work ethic

Collaboration

Education

CIMA/ACCA/ICAS/ICAEW qualification

Tools

NetSuite

Excel

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Finance Manager
Location: Edinburgh / Hybrid
Role type: Permanent

We\'re an award-winning Tech consultancy, specialised in Quality Engineering on a mission to become the UK\'s #1. Over the past 6 years, we\'ve redefined what quality and testing look like at 2i and to our clients. We\'ve shaped and transformed our offering so that passion, precision, and attention to every minuscule detail is baked into everything we do. Our goal is simple - to guarantee a seamless integration of our services and provide a \"quality\" user experience.

Why Us?

Proudly certified as a \"Great Place to Work\", 2i are the chosen employer of almost 300 people and we\'re continuing our growth! We recently announced our eight-figure private equity funding injection as we aim to increase our revenue by more than £50m in the coming years and that\'s where you\'ll play a fundamental part...

What we\'re looking for

Beyond being fully qualified in a professional accountancy qualification - CIMA/ ACCA/ ICAS/ ICAEW...

We\'re looking for a logical thinker with great attention to detail who will thrive in a fast-paced private equity backed finance function. Someone with a solutions-oriented mindset who let\'s curiosity drive them. You\'ll love to take initiative. \"How can I add value?\" will be a phrase you\'ll find yourself saying in response to most problems. You will create innovative solutions by diving deep into our stakeholders\' challenges and translating these into modernised ways of working.

This role enables you to problem solve proactively by analysing problems and thinking critically. You\'ll have the full support of an experienced team around you, so whilst being self-starter is important, we value collaboration and communication for continued team success.

What you\'ll be doing

• Ownership of the month end reporting cycle including posting and reviewing journals (accruals, prepayments, salary journal etc) alongside preparation/review of Balance Sheet and P&L reconciliations.
• Management of intercompany transactions ensuring accurate reconciliation across group entities.
• VAT Return review.
• Managing and updating data across our Netsuite platforms (PO\'s/expenses/P&L entries).
• Management and oversight of the transactional finance function including line management responsibilities for transactional finance staff.
• Pension and Payroll Liaison with our external provider.
• Leading role in both audit and year end processes.
• Review of Client MI and PO reporting.
• Working with client teams to ensure accuracy of timesheet information.
• Working with the wider leadership team on commercial discussions and key projects.
• Forecasting alongside the account management teams.
• Policy documentation and process review relating to Finance.
• Monthly budget variance analysis and monitoring of spend and quarterly budget review.
• Monthly departmental analysis for feedback to the operations board.
• ONS reporting.

Why you?

• Fully qualified in a professional accountancy qualification - CIMA/ ACCA/ICAS/ ICAEW.
• Experienced in management accounting, reporting and month end principles.
• Proven ability to review financial data meticulously, ensuring the accuracy of billing statements and customer accounts.
• Experience with NetSuite is highly desirable and considered a strong advantage.
• Experience in consultancy services would also be considered valuable.
• Confident collaborating with both Senior and Non-Financial Stakeholders.
• A proficient user of Excel.
• Skilled at mentoring and giving constructive feedback.
• Demonstrates a strong work ethic with a commitment to delivering high-quality results.
• Reliable self-starter who goes the extra mile to get the job done.

What we can offer you

• Career development pathways tailored for your personal and professional learning within 2i, giving clear direction for your career with us.
• Benefit from hands-on mentoring from experienced leaders who are invested in your development.
• 26 days of annual leave (plus an additional 8 bank holidays) + the option to buy and sell holiday (up to 5 days).
• Private Health Care + access to other mental health and wellbeing services including Gym Memberships, Counselling, Cycle to Work Schemes + many more
• Individual and Company related performance bonus
• Flexible working in a hybrid environment across the UK

What if you are a partial fit?

Curious? We want to hear from you! We don\'t believe in the \"perfect\" hire. What we do believe in is the benefits of creating a team built of different perspectives, backgrounds, career paths and ways of working. What we value most are team players who are eager to take their growth into their own hands and utilise the people around them.