Finance Manager

Adecco Portugal; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working (3 days in office / 2 w

Competitive salary £40,000-£50,000 per

Exposure to investment decisions

Long-term career progression

Job summary

A Finance Manager role based in NW11 offers a hybrid arrangement (3 days in the office, 2 days from home) with hours Monday to Friday, 9:00am–5:30pm. Salary ranges £40,000–£50,000 per annum, full-time, permanent, focusing on managing finance across multiple property entities.

The role involves financial reporting, cash flow forecasting, and strategic input to support director level investment decisions and growth of the portfolio.

Qualifications

• ACCA/ ACA/ CIMA qualification or equivalent is required.
• Experience producing monthly management accounts and financial reports is essential.
• Strong cash flow forecasting and financial planning experience required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain day-to-day bookkeeping across multiple property entities and ensure accuracy.
• Prepare and submit VAT returns and monthly/quarterly financial statements.
• Produce regular financial reports for directors and liaise with external accountants.
• Provide strategic financial insight to support acquisitions, budgeting and investment planning.

Skills

ACCA/ACA/CIMA

Education

ACCA/ACA/CIMA qualified

Tools

Xero

Job description

Finance Manager

Location: NW11 8RQ
Hybrid Working: 3 Days in Office, 2 Days from Home
Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00am - 5:30pm
Salary: £40,000 - £50,000 per annum
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and commercially minded Finance Manager to oversee the finance function across a growing property investment portfolio. This is an exciting opportunity for a finance professional who is looking to take ownership of a varied role while working closely with directors to support business growth and investment decisions.

The successful candidate will be responsible for managing the financial operations of multiple property entities, producing accurate financial reporting, maintaining cash flow forecasts, and providing strategic financial insight to support decision-making.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Management

• Maintain accurate day-to-day bookkeeping across multiple property entities.
• Manage accounting records using Xero or similar cloud-based accounting software.
• Prepare and submit VAT returns.
• Produce monthly management accounts and financial statements.
• Prepare regular financial reports for directors.
• Liaise with external accountants and professional advisers.
• Ensure all financial records are accurate, compliant, and up to date.

Cash Flow & Financial Planning

• Prepare and maintain detailed cash flow forecasts across the portfolio.
• Monitor liquidity, funding requirements, and business performance.
• Advise directors on available funds for acquisitions and capital expenditure.
• Support debt management and financing requirements.
• Provide recommendations regarding shareholder distributions and investment planning.

Commercial & Strategic Support

• Analyse financial performance across the property portfolio.
• Identify financial risks, opportunities, and emerging trends.
• Support acquisition appraisals and investment decision-making.
• Assist with budgeting and financial planning activities.
• Help improve financial systems, controls, and reporting processes as the business continues to grow.

Skills & Experience Required

• ACCA, ACA, CIMA qualified or equivalent practical experience.
• Strong accounting and bookkeeping experience.
• Experience producing monthly management accounts and financial reports.
• Excellent cash flow forecasting and financial planning experience.
• Strong knowledge of Xero or similar cloud-based accounting software.
• Experience preparing and submitting VAT returns.
• Experience managing finance functions across multiple entities.
• Ability to interpret financial information and provide commercial recommendations.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to engage effectively with senior stakeholders.
• Must be within a commutable distance of NW11.

Desirable Experience

• Experience within property, real estate, or investment portfolio businesses.
• Knowledge of property-related VAT and UK property finance.
• Experience advising directors and senior stakeholders on investment and cash flow decisions.
• Understanding of debt management and financing structures.

Personal Attributes

• Commercially minded with strong business awareness.
• Trustworthy, professional, and highly reliable.
• Proactive and solutions focused.
• Highly organised with excellent attention to detail.
• Able to work independently and manage priorities effectively.
• Confident working within a fast-paced and entrepreneurial environment.

What's on Offer?

• Hybrid working model (3 days office / 2 days home).
• Competitive salary of £40,000 - £50,000.
• A key role within a growing property investment business.
• Direct exposure to investment and acquisition decisions.
• Opportunity to shape and develop the finance function.
• Supportive and collaborative working environment.
• Long-term career progression opportunities.

The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.