Finance Manager

Somerce Ltd; City Of London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A rapidly growing social commerce agency is seeking a Finance Manager to take full ownership of the finance function. You will ensure accuracy, efficiency, and timely reporting while supporting leadership with insights for informed decision-making. The ideal candidate has experience in finance, proficiency with Xero, and is comfortable in a fast-paced environment. This role offers competitive salary and benefits including gym membership and work-from-home days.

Benefits

Competitive salary based on experience

£50 monthly gym membership

Up to 10 days per year work from anywhere

28 days holiday

Regular team socials

Personal development allowance

Opportunities to travel for events and industry networking

Qualifications

• Experience in a finance role (Finance Manager, Management Accountant, or similar).
• Strong knowledge of invoicing, payments, cash flow, and reporting.
• Detail-oriented, organized, and able to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Manage and issue client invoices, chase overdue payments.
• Oversee cash flow forecasting and ensure strong liquidity.
• Deliver monthly management accounts and financial reports.

Skills

Finance management

Reporting and analysis

Cash flow management

Proficiency with Xero

Tools

Xero

Excel

Google Sheets

Job description

Overview

Somerce is a fast-growing social commerce agency, helping brands succeed on TikTok Shop through live shopping, content, and performance marketing. As the business scales, Somerce is bringing finance operations in-house to create structure, improve visibility, and free up the founder and MD from day-to-day finance management.

Somerce is looking for a Finance Manager who can take full ownership of the finance function - ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and timely reporting, while supporting leadership with the insight needed to make informed decisions.

Responsibilities

• Financial Operations: Raise and issue client invoices; Chase overdue invoices and manage debtor control; Process supplier invoices, staff expenses, and payments; Oversee reconciliations and maintain accurate financial records in Xero.
• Cash Flow & Control: Manage cash flow forecasting and ensure strong liquidity; Monitor payment schedules and optimise working capital; Support budget management and cost control.
• Reporting & Analysis: Deliver monthly management accounts and financial reports; Track and analyse performance (revenue, costs, margin) and flag variances; Provide actionable insights to leadership on risks and opportunities.
• Compliance & Governance: Liaise with external accountants on VAT, payroll, and year-end accounts; Ensure compliance with HMRC and other regulatory requirements; Maintain strong financial controls and approval processes.
• Business Partnering: Act as the internal go-to for finance, providing clear updates to the founder and MD; Support strategic planning and forecasting with accurate data; Identify areas to improve efficiency and profitability.
• Leadership & Initiative: Take ownership of building a structured, professional finance system; Proactively suggest and implement process improvements; Provide guidance to colleagues on financial procedures when needed.

Qualifications

• Experience in a finance role (Finance Manager, Management Accountant, or similar).
• Strong knowledge of invoicing, payments, cash flow, and reporting.
• Proficiency with Xero (or similar accounting software) and Excel/Google Sheets.
• Detail-oriented, organised, and able to work independently.
• Comfortable in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.

Nice to have

• Experience in agency, e-commerce, or retail sectors.
• Payroll management knowledge.
• Previous exposure to scaling SMEs and working with founders.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary based on experience
• £50 monthly gym membership
• Up to 10 days per year work from anywhere
• 28 days holiday
• Regular team socials
• Personal development allowance
• Opportunities to travel for events and industry networking