Finance Manager

people2people; London; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is on the lookout for dynamic Finance Managers to join their talent pool in London. This role emphasizes financial management, budgeting, and cost control across various sectors. Candidates should have a strong background in preparing financial statements and be adept at using major accounting software and BI tools. If you are proactive and results-driven with a passion for enhancing business success, this opportunity is perfect for you. Join a vibrant community of finance professionals and make a significant impact in diverse industries.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in financial management and reporting.
• Experience in leading budgeting processes and managing cash flow.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Lead the annual budgeting process and monitor cash flow.

Skills

Financial Management

Budgeting

Cost Control

Analytical Skills

Reporting

Education

ACCA/CIMA Qualified or Part-Qualified

Tools

SAP

Oracle NetSuite

Microsoft Dynamics 365

Xero

QuickBooks

Power BI

Tableau

Qlik Sense

Job description

People2People are seeking highly motivated and experienced Finance Managers to join our talent pool for potential opportunities across a diverse range of industries in London. If you are a proactive and results-oriented finance professional with a strong track record of financial management and a passion for driving business success, we encourage you to submit your interest.

Key Responsibilities:

• Preparing accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements (e.g., Profit & Loss, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow Statement) in accordance with relevant accounting standards (e.g., UK GAAP, IFRS).
• Presenting financial reports and findings to senior management and stakeholders.
• Leading the annual budgeting process, working collaboratively with departmental heads to develop realistic and achievable budgets.
• Managing the efficient and accurate completion of month-end and year-end closing procedures, including journal entries, accruals, prepayments, and reconciliations.
• Monitoring and managing the company's cash flow position, ensuring sufficient liquidity to meet operational needs.
• Preparing cash flow forecasts and identifying potential cash flow risks and opportunities.
• Performing regular and accurate bank reconciliations to ensure the integrity of cash balances and identify any discrepancies.
• Implementing and monitoring cost control measures across the organisation.
• Analysing cost trends and identifying opportunities for cost reduction and efficiency improvements.
• Ensuring compliance with relevant financial regulations, tax laws, and accounting standards.

Key Requirements:

• Accounting Software/ERP Systems: Experience with major accounting software packages such as SAP, Oracle NetSuite, Microsoft Dynamics 365, Xero, QuickBooks, or similar enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems.
• Reporting and Business Intelligence (BI) Tools: Familiarity with BI tools such as Power BI, Tableau, Qlik Sense for data visualisation and reporting are a bonus.
• ACCA/CIMA: Qualified or part-qualified.

If you possess the skills and experience outlined above and are interested in being considered for future Finance Manager opportunities in London, please submit your CV. Please note, this is an expression of interest rather than relating to a specific role.