Finance Manager

Pure Resourcing Solutions Limited; Essex; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A private equity-backed service company in Essex is seeking a Finance Manager to ensure accurate financial reporting and compliance with UK GAAP and IFRS standards. The role includes owning the month-end close process, preparing statutory accounts, and enhancing internal controls. Ideal candidates will be ACA or ACCA qualified with strong technical accounting skills and experience in month-end close preparation. This is an excellent opportunity to shape the financial future in a growth-focused environment.

Qualifications

• Qualified accountant with ACA or ACCA certification.
• Strong knowledge of UK GAAP, FRS 102, and IFRS.
• Experience in month-end close and management accounts.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the month-end close process and management accounts preparation.
• Ensure compliance with UK GAAP and IFRS standards.
• Prepare statutory accounts and coordinate with auditors.

Skills

Technical accounting knowledge

Attention to detail

Strong communication skills

Education

ACA or ACCA qualified accountant

Job description

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Finance Manager to join a growing, private equity-backed service business. This role is central to ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial reporting, with a primary focus on technical accounting and compliance with UK GAAP, FRS standards, and IFRS. As the business scales, you will play a key role in strengthening financial controls and delivering high-quality reporting to senior stakeholders and investors.

Key Responsibilities

• Full ownership of the month-end close process, including preparation and review of management accounts
• Ensure compliance with UK GAAP, FRS 102, and IFRS standards across all reporting
• Preparation of statutory accounts and coordination with external auditors
• Maintain and enhance internal financial controls and processes
• Provide technical accounting guidance and support across the business
• Deliver accurate and timely financial reporting to senior leadership and private equity investors

Skills and Experience Required

• ACA or ACCA qualified accountant (practice-trained preferred)
• Strong technical accounting knowledge, including UK GAAP, FRS 102, and IFRS
• Proven experience in month-end close and management accounts preparation
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines
• Strong communication skills and ability to engage with senior stakeholders

This is an outstanding opportunity for a technically strong finance professional to join a fast-paced, growth-focused organisation and play a key role in shaping its financial future.