Finance Manager

Randstad UK; Uxbridge; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Randstad UK seeks a Finance Manager to lead financial operations of a key division, providing strategic guidance to senior management while ensuring regulatory compliance and financial health.

You will prepare reports, forecasts and budgets, analyse data for insights, and mentor the finance team to uphold strong internal controls and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Professional accounting qualification is essential (ACCA, CIMA, or ACA).
• At least 3+ years of proven experience in a financial management role.
• Continuous improvement mentality to ensure processes meet changing business needs.
• Advanced Excel skills and the ability to interpret complex data to make strategic recommendations.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and present comprehensive financial reports, forecasts, budgets, and statements to senior management and group stakeholders.
• Analyse financial data and market trends to provide actionable insights for improving efficiency and performance.
• Act as the primary contact for internal auditors, tax advisors, and regulatory authorities.
• Provide mentorship to the finance team, fostering development, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Maintain a robust internal controls environment to mitigate risk and ensure data integrity.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Financial management

Stakeholder communication

Education

ACCA/CIMA/ACA certification

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

We are seeking a high-calibre Finance Manager to lead the financial operations of a key division within our clients business. In this tole, you will be a strategic partner across all financial aspects of the division, providing expert guidance to senior management to ensure sustained financial health and strict compliance with group requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and present comprehensive financial reports, forecasts, budgets, and statements to senior management and group stakeholders.
• Analyse financial data and market trends to provide actionable insights for improving efficiency and performance.
• Act as the primary point of contact for internal auditors, tax advisors, and relevant regulatory authorities.
• Provide mentorship to the finance team, fostering a culture of professional development, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Maintain a robust internal controls environment to mitigate risk and ensure data integrity.

Requirements

• A professional accounting qualification is essential (e.g., ACCA, CIMA, or ACA).
• At least 3+ years of proven experience in a financial management role, ideally within an SME or divisional environment.
• Continuous improvement mentality to ensure processes meet the changing needs of the business, for both the division & the wider group.
• Advanced Excel skills and the ability to interpret complex data to make strategic recommendations.