Finance Manager

Pertemps; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A fast-growing business services company is looking for a talented Finance Manager to join their high-performing team in Central London. This role requires a qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) with 2-3 years post-qualification experience. The Finance Manager will lead financial accounting, compliance, and improvements while managing the accounting operations. This position offers a salary between £70,000–£80,000 with hybrid working options after probation and is suited for those thriving in dynamic environments.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years post-qualification experience as a Finance Manager.
• Experience in scale-up or SME environments valued.
• Proven analytical skills and ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Manage monthly management information and accounting operations.
• Maintain internal controls and support audits.
• Monitor budgets and provide insights to leadership.

Skills

Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA)

Experience in a Finance Manager role

Strong knowledge of UK GAAP

Skilled in Xero

Analytical and proactive

Education

Qualified accountant certification

Tools

Xero

Microsoft Office

Job description

Finance Manager (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) 3 year PQE

Central London

£70,000–£80,000 (dependent on experience) plus benefits

Permanent Opportunity

Location : Central London (onsite during probation, hybrid thereafter)

Interviews to take place ASAP

Our client, a fast-growing business services company, is looking for a talented Finance Manager to join their purpose-driven, high-performing team.

This hands-on role is ideal for a qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) with 2–3 years’ post-qualification experience, who thrives in a fast-paced, scale-up environment. You’ll work closely with the Head of Finance to oversee financial accounting, reporting, planning, and compliance, ensuring robust financial controls and accurate reporting while driving process improvements across the business.

Key Responsibilities :

• Manage monthly management information and day-to-day accounting operations (AP / AR, payroll, expenses).
• Maintain internal controls and support statutory accounts preparation and audits.
• Oversee cash flow and rolling forecasts.
• Monitor budgets and provide actionable insights to senior leadership.
• Ensure compliance with all statutory tax requirements.
• Improve and streamline financial systems and processes to support growth.
• Line management of one finance officer

About You :

• Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) with 2–3 years post-qualification experience.
• Experience in a Finance Manager or similar role, ideally in a scale-up or SME.
• Strong knowledge of UK GAAP, balance sheet accounting, revenue recognition, and working capital management.
• Skilled in Xero, Microsoft Office, and digital financial systems.
• Analytical, proactive, and comfortable working independently in a dynamic environment.

If you have the skills and experience required for this role and you’re ready to take ownership of a pivotal finance function and make a real impact, this is an exciting opportunity to grow with a company committed to purpose and performance. Submit your CV for immediate review.