Finance Manager

Hays Accountancy and Finance; London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a finance manager for their London team. This dynamic role encompasses leading financial accounting activities, preparing financial statements under IFRS and US GAAP, and managing audits. The company emphasizes staff development and offers excellent career progression opportunities. You'll have the chance to take ownership of processes from day one while working in a supportive environment that values strong communication and stakeholder relationships. If you're a qualified accountant looking for a challenging and rewarding position, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Qualified accountant with experience in practice and industry, preferably with US company experience.
• Strong knowledge of IFRS, US GAAP, and financial consolidations.

Responsibilities

• Lead financial accounting activities during monthly and year-end close processes.
• Prepare financial statements and manage audits.

Skills

IFRS

US GAAP

Consolidations

Audit Management

Process Improvements

SOX control frameworks

Communication Skills

Education

Qualified Accountant

Job description

Your new company
I am working with a global services organisation who are looking for a finance manager to join the London team. This business is a household name as one of the world's leading market research businesses. The firm has a big focus on developing its staff and providing progression for individuals' careers.

Your new role
This is a broad and varied role with key duties and responsibilities including:

1. Leading the financial accounting activities during monthly and year-end close processes.
2. Preparation of financial statements - IFRS, US GAAP
3. Consolidations
4. Audit Management
5. Process Improvements and development of SOX control frameworks.

What you'll need to succeed
You will need to be a qualified accountant with proven experience in both practice and within an industry - US company experience is beneficial. You will have good knowledge of accounting and reporting with strong knowledge of IFRS, US GAAP and Consolidations. You will need to be a confident communicator, capable of building strong working relationships with a range of stakeholders.

What you'll get in return
You will be rewarded with a competitive salary package and the chance to work in a leading firm in a broad, varied and challenging role. The role offers excellent scope for progression and development and the chance to really take day-to-day ownership from day one.

What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.