Finance Manager

Fawkes and Reece; Essex; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in the UK is seeking a Financial Operations Manager to oversee daily financial activities and ensure compliance with regulations. You will prepare detailed reports, analyze financial data for strategic decisions, and supervise the accounting team to maintain high performance. This role requires strong leadership and analytical skills. The position offers a salary commensurate with experience and opportunities for process improvements within the finance function.

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing financial operations and teams.
• Strong analytical skills for financial data interpretation.
• Excellent communication skills for stakeholder engagement.

Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee day-to-day financial operations.
• Prepare and present detailed financial reports.
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations.

Job description

Reference: IS/FM_1765799280
Posted: December 15, 2025

• Manage and oversee day-to-day financial operations, including budgeting and forecasting.
• Prepare and present detailed financial reports.
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations and company policies.
• Analyse financial data to support strategic decision-making.
• Supervise and guide the accounting team to maintain high performance.
• Collaborate with other departments to optimise cost control and profitability.
• Drive process improvements within the finance function
• Production of high-quality management accounts with commentary
• Preparation of statutory information and reporting to relevant standards
• Play a key role in ensuring the successful delivery of a range of ongoing accounting projects
• Act a key point of contact for internal and external stakeholders, suppliers and customers
• Assist with year-end and audit procedures