Finance Manager

Get Recruited Ltd; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global design firm in Central London is seeking a Finance Manager to oversee the finance function and support commercial decision-making. Ideal candidates should be part-qualified or qualified accountants with at least 5 years of experience in similar roles. Responsibilities include managing month-end processes, financial controls, and supervising a finance team. The position offers a salary range of £55,000 to £75,000 plus benefits.

Benefits

Flexible work arrangement (4 days office, 1 day home)

Benefits package

Qualifications

• 5+ years accounting experience in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience as Senior Management Accountant or Finance Manager.
• Strong technical finance skills with robust process development.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and develop the finance team, conducting performance reviews.
• Manage month-end reporting and cashflow forecasting.
• Oversee financial controls and compliance with UK & European tax regulations.

Skills

Communication skills

Stakeholder management

Attention to detail

Financial analysis

Proactive mindset

Education

Part-qualified or qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA or equivalent)

Tools

Sage

ERP systems

Advanced Excel

Job description

Overview

FINANCE MANAGER – CENTRAL LONDON (4 DAYS OFFICE | 1 DAY HOME) — £55,000 to £75,000 + BENEFITS. CANDIDATES MUST BE ON A NOTICE PERIOD OF 1 MONTH OR LESS.

The Company

We\'re recruiting on behalf of a global, design-led business that has established itself as a leader in its field. With ambitious growth plans across the EMEA region, the company is investing in its finance team and now requires a hands-on Finance Manager to take ownership of the day-to-day finance function and support senior leadership with commercial decision-making.

The Opportunity

As Finance Manager, you\'ll be reporting to the Finance Director in the UK and the Managing Director in the US. You\'ll be responsible for month-end reporting, cashflow forecasting, financial controls, compliance, and payroll, while also supporting business growth projects and process improvements.

This role is ideal for a part-qualified or qualified accountant with strong technical finance skills, a track record of building robust financial processes, and the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.

The Finance Manager Role

• As the Finance Manager, you\'ll supervise and develop the finance team, including appraisals and performance reviews
• Deliver accurate month-end close, flash reporting, and financial commentary
• Manage prepayments, accruals, fixed assets, and cost control
• Oversee cashflow forecasting, receivables, payables, and supplier due diligence
• Lead the weekly payment run, including foreign currency transactions
• Manage UK & European tax compliance (VAT, IOSS, duty)
• Oversee the annual audit and statutory reporting
• Lead the monthly payroll process and pension submissions
• Provide financial insight to sales and commercial teams
• Develop progressive financial controls and processes

The Person

• Part-qualified or qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA or equivalent) – IDEALLY QUALIFIED
• Must have experience as either Senior Management Accountant or Finance Manager, with a similar responsibility set to the available position
• 5+ years\' accounting experience, ideally within a fast-paced or international environment
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Strong systems knowledge (Sage, ERP, or similar) and advanced Excel skills
• Proactive, detail-focused, and ambitious, with a continuous improvement mindset

To Apply

Please send your CV via the advert for the Finance Manager for immediate consideration.

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