Finance Manager

Ashdown Group; City Of London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic international consultancy in the UK is seeking an experienced Finance Manager to take ownership of financial operations across multiple entities. The ideal candidate will have a background in international finance, proficiency in UK and US accounting standards, and experience with cross-border operations. Strong skills in Excel and communication are essential for success in this high-growth environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes across five UK and US entities.
• Ensure accurate financial reporting in line with UK GAAP and US GAAP.
• Coordinate with auditors and support audit processes.
• Drive annual budgeting and reforecasting cycles.
• Deliver variance analysis and insightful financial commentary.
• Partner with tax advisors for compliance with UK and US tax regulations.
• Manage UK and US payroll processes including regulatory filings.
• Manage and develop one direct report.

Skills

Qualified or finalist accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA)

5+ years' experience in finance

Solid knowledge of UK and US accounting standards

Advanced Excel capabilities

Strong communication skills

Job description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Finance Manager to join a dynamic, award-winning international consultancy with operations across the UK, US, and beyond. This role offers the chance to work in a high-growth, global environment where you will take full ownership of financial operations for multiple entities.

We're looking for a confident and meticulous finance professional who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative setting. This role is ideal for someone with experience managing cross-border financial operations and who is comfortable navigating both UK and US financial regulations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes across five UK and US entities.
• Ensure accurate financial reporting in line with UK GAAP and US GAAP (or IFRS).
• Coordinate with auditors and support audit processes.
• Drive annual budgeting and reforecasting cycles.
• Deliver variance analysis and insightful financial commentary.

You will also be responsible for:

• Partnering with tax advisors to ensure compliance with UK and US tax regulations and overseeing timely and accurate statutory filings across both regions.
• Manage UK and US payroll processes including regulatory filings.
• Manage and develop one direct report.

Skills required:

• Qualified or finalist accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA).
• 5+ years' experience in finance, including international, multi-entity exposure.
• Solid knowledge of UK and US accounting standards.
• Advanced Excel capabilities and strong communication skills.