Finance Manager

Harper May Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable firm in the property sector in the UK is seeking an experienced Finance Manager to join their finance team. The role involves overseeing the preparation of management accounts, driving improvements in reporting processes, and ensuring compliance with financial control standards. Candidates should be ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualified or equivalent, with a strong background in financial reporting and excellent analytical skills. This is a unique opportunity in a firm known for its commitment to sustainable innovation.

Qualifications

• Strong experience in financial and management reporting.
• Solid technical accounting knowledge and understanding of financial control principles.
• High attention to detail and a proactive, process-driven mindset.

Responsibilities

• Oversee preparation of monthly consolidated management accounts.
• Compile detailed reporting packs for review by the Financial Controller.
• Drive improvements in group reporting processes and internal controls.
• Support annual statutory reporting and year-end audit coordination.

Skills

Financial reporting

Management reporting

Technical accounting knowledge

Advanced Excel

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Process-driven mindset

Education

ACA / ACCA / CIMA qualified or equivalent

Job description

Role Overview

Harper May is working with a respected name in the property and construction sector who is seeking an experienced Finance Manager to join their growing finance team. With a reputation for delivering landmark developments and embracing sustainable innovation, the company is entering a new phase of strategic growth and is looking for a finance leader to support operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee preparation of monthly consolidated management accounts, including P&L, balance sheet, cash flow, and key metrics
• Compile detailed reporting packs for review by the Financial Controller
• Drive improvements in group reporting processes, intercompany reconciliations, and internal controls
• Maintain and update accounting policies, providing technical guidance as required
• Support annual statutory reporting, including consolidation and year-end audit coordination
• Monitor the Group’s financial control framework and ensure all reporting meets regulatory standards
• Identify and implement improvements to strengthen the financial control environment
• Provide ongoing support to the Group Financial Controller on ad-hoc group finance initiatives

Key Requirements

• ACA / ACCA / CIMA qualified or equivalent
• Strong experience in financial and management reporting
• Solid technical accounting knowledge and understanding of financial control principles
• High attention to detail and a proactive, process-driven mindset
• Collaborative team player with excellent communication skills
• Confident user of financial systems and advanced Excel